Sebring LXI Convertible V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
a. Position cylinder plunger into the deeper end of Special Tool 8186 (Fig. 118).
b. Apply a downward force until tensioner is reset (Fig. 118).
NOTE: If oil was not first purged from the tensioner, use slight finger pressure to assist the center arm pin of Special Tool 8186 to unseat the
tensioner's check ball.
CAUTION: Ensure the tensioner is properly reset. The tensioner body must bottom against the top edge of Special Tool 8186. Failure to
properly perform the resetting procedure may cause tensioner jamming.
16. Install the reset chain tensioner into the right cylinder head (Fig. 113).
17. Position tensioner retaining plate and tighten bolts to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.) (Fig. 113).
18. Starting at the right cylinder bank, first position the camshaft damper (if equipped) on camshaft hub, then insert a 3/8" square drive extension with
a breaker bar into intake camshaft drive hub. Rotate camshaft until the camshaft hub aligns to the camshaft sprocket and damper attaching holes.
Install the sprocket attaching bolts and tighten to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) (Fig. 114).
19. Turn the left side camshaft by inserting a 3/8" square drive extension with a breaker bar into intake camshaft drive hub and rotate camshaft until
the sprocket attaching bolts can be installed. Tighten sprocket bolts to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) (Fig. 114).
20. Rotate engine slightly clockwise to remove timing chain slack, if necessary.
