Sebring Sedan V6-3.5L (2009)
Camshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair
Camshaft Sprockets - Removal
CAMSHAFT SPROCKETS
CAUTION: The 3.5L engine is NOT a free-wheeling design. Therefore, care should be taken not to rotate the camshafts or crankshaft with the
timing belt removed.
NOTE: The camshaft timing gears are keyed to the camshaft.
1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure. See: Cylinder Head Assembly/Fuel Pressure Release/Service and Repair.
2. Remove front timing belt cover See: Timing Components/Timing Cover/Service and Repair/Engine Timing Cover(s) - Removal).
3. Position crankshaft sprocket to the TDC mark on the oil pump housing by turning crankshaft in the clockwise direction
4. Install a dial indicator in number 1 cylinder to check TDC of the piston. Rotate the crankshaft until the piston is at exactly TDC.
5. Remove camshaft retainer/thrust plate from rear of right cylinder head.
6. Remove the cylinder head covers.
7. Remove rocker arm assemblies.
8. Remove the timing belt tensioner and timing belt.
9. Loosen and remove the left camshaft gear retaining bolt and washer. The left bolt is 255 mm (10.0 in.) long.
NOTE: The camshaft timing gears are keyed to the camshaft.
