Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2002)
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a. Loosen and remove fixing bolts in the reverse order of that shown in figure.
b. Use seal cutter or the equivalent to cut liquid gasket for removal.
CAUTION: Exercise care not to damage mating surfaces.
Pull out cover keeping levelness without an angle, as inner part of cover is engaged with the center of intake cam sprocket.
6. Obtain compression TDC of No. 1 cylinder as follows:
TIMING MARK
a. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise to align the TDC identification notch (without paint mark) with timing indicator on front cover.
b. At this time, check that the mating mark on camshaft sprocket is in the position as shown in the figure.
If the mating mark does not come in the position shown, turn crankshaft pulley once more to bring the mark in the position.
7. Remove crankshaft pulley as follows:
a. Lock crankshaft with a hammer handle or similar tool to loosen fixing bolts.
b. Pull crankshaft pulley with both hands to remove it.
CAUTION: Do not remove fixing bolts. Keep loosened fixing bolts in place to protect removed crankshaft pulley from dropping.
Do not remove balance weight (inner hexagon bolt) at the front of crankshaft pulley.
8. Remove front cover as follows:
