Sebring Convertible V6-2.7L VIN R (2003)
Crankshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair
REMOVAL - CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET
1. Remove primary timing chain.
CAUTION: Use care not to turn crankshaft while removing crankshaft sprocket, as damage to valves and or pistons could occur.
2. Remove crankshaft sprocket by first installing the crankshaft damper bolt. Apply grease or equivalent to damper bolt head and position Special
Tools 5048-1, 5048-6, and 8539 on sprocket and crankshaft nose (Fig. 116). Remove sprocket using care not to rotate the crankshaft.
INSTALLATION - CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET
1. Install crankshaft sprocket using Special Tools 6780-1 and 8179 (Fig. 121) until sprocket bottoms against crankshaft step flange. Use care not to
rotate crankshaft.