F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
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Remove the timing chain tensioners.
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Remove the timing chain tensioner arms.
CAUTION:
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Unless otherwise instructed, at no time when the timing chains are removed and the cylinders heads are installed is the crankshaft or
camshaft to be rotated. Severe piston and valve damage will occur.
Do not remove the Camshaft Holding Tool.
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Remove the LH and RH timing chains and the crankshaft sprockets.
6. Remove the Crankshaft Holding Tool.
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Remove the RH timing chain from the camshaft sprocket.
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Remove the RH timing chain and outer crankshaft sprocket from the crankshaft.
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Repeat for the LH timing chain and crankshaft sprocket.
7. Remove both timing chain guides.
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Remove the bolts.
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Remove both timing chain guides.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
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Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to valves and pistons will result.
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Do not compress the ratchet assembly. This will damage the ratchet assembly.
