FX35 RWD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2003)
30. Remove secondary timing chain together with camshaft sprockets.
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Turn camshaft slightly to secure slackness of timing chain on chain tensioner side.
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Insert 0.5 mm (0.020 inch)-thick metal or resin plate between timing chain and chain tensioner plunger (guide). Remove secondary timing
chain together with camshaft sprockets with timing chain loose from guide groove.
CAUTION: Be careful of plunger coming-off when removing timing chain. This is because plunger of chain tensioner moves during
operation, leading to coming-off of fixed stopper pin.
NOTE: Camshaft sprocket (INT) is two-for-one structure of primary and secondary sprockets.
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When handling camshaft sprocket (INT), be careful of the following:
CAUTION:
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Handle carefully to avoid any shock to camshaft sprocket.
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Do not disassemble. (Never loosen bolts "A" and "B" as shown).
31. Remove chain tension guide.
32. Remove rear timing chain case as follows:
a. Loosen and remove mounting bolts in reverse order as shown.
b. Cut the sealant using a seal cutter [SST: KV10111100 (J37228)] or an equivalent tool and remove rear timing chain case.