Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
RH Timing Chain Tensioner
7. Remove two bolts retaining RH primary timing chain tensioner (6L266) to cylinder head and remove primary timing chain tensioner.
8. Remove bolt retaining RH timing chain tensioner arm (6L253) and remove timing chain tensioner arm.
NOTE: Two bolts retaining the timing chain guide (6K297) to the cylinder head are longer than the one to the cylinder block (6010).
9. Remove three bolts retaining RH timing chain guide and remove timing chain guide.
10. Remove RH primary timing chain from camshaft sprocket (6256) and crankshaft sprocket (6306).
11. Remove RH crankshaft sprocket.
CAUTION: Failure to use Camshaft Holding Tool T93P-6256-AH while removing or tightening camshaft bolts may result in damage to camshaft
D-slots or Camshaft Positioning Tool T93P-6256-A.
12. If it is necessary to remove primary or secondary camshaft sprockets or secondary timing chain tensioners, install camshaft torquing tool at center
area of camshafts.
NOTE: Camshaft Positioning Tool T93P-6256-A must be installed on camshafts to prevent camshafts from rotating.
13. Remove camshaft sprocket retaining bolts.
