Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
Timing Chain: Diagrams
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must be followed exactly or piston and valve damage may occur.
CAUTION: Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to valves and pistons will result.
Rotate the crankshaft until both camshaft keyways are 90 degrees from the valve cover surface. Make sure the copper links line up with the dots on
the camshaft sprocket.
NOTE: There are 58 links in the 4.6L timing chains.
If the copper links are not visible, mark one link on one end and one link on the other end, and use as timing marks.
Install the crankshaft sprocket, making sure the timing mark faces forward.
