Sebring LXI Convertible V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
TIMING CHAIN COVER
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove coolant pressure container.
4. Raise vehicle on hoist.
5. Remove right front wheel and belt splash shield.
6. Remove accessory drive belts.
7. Remove crankshaft vibration dampner.
8. Remove AC/Generator belt tensioner/bracket assembly.
9. Disconnect heater hose from tube at right front frame rail area.
10. Lower vehicle.
11. Remove screws securing heater supply tube to right frame rail. Reposition heater supply tube.
12. Place a floor jack with wooden block under oil pan to support engine.
13. Remove right engine mount.
14. Remove upper timing chain cover bolts.
15. Raise vehicle on hoist.
16. Remove remaining bolts securing timing chain cover to engine (Fig. 110).
17. Remove timing chain cover.
18. Discard timing chain cover gasket. Remove front crankshaft oil seal from cover.
INSTALLATION
1. Inspect and clean timing chain cover sealing surfaces.
