G35 Sedan 2WD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2005)
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a. Rotate crankshaft pulley clockwise to align timing mark (grooved line without color) with timing indicator.
b. Make sure that intake and exhaust cam noses on No. 1 cylinder (engine front side of right bank) are located as shown.
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If not, turn the crankshaft one revolution (360 degrees) and align as shown.
NOTE: When only timing chain (primary) is removed, rocker cover does not need to be removed. To make sure that No. 1 cylinder is at
its compression TDC, remove front timing chain case first. Then check mating marks on camshaft sprockets. Refer to "INSTALLATION".
14. Remove crankshaft pulley as follows:
a. Remove starter motor and set ring gear stopper (SST) as shown in the figure. Refer to "STARTING SYSTEM".
b. Loosen crankshaft pulley bolt and locate bolt seating surface as 10 mm (0.39 inch) from its original position.
CAUTION: Do not remove crankshaft pulley bolt as it will be used as a supporting point for suitable puller.
