Vanden Plas L6-4.2L (1982)
Timing Chain: Adjustments
NOTE: The following procedure is for the upper chain. The lower timing chain is automatically adjusted.
Breather Cover
Figure 20
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Release the clip (1, Fig. 20) securing the crankcase breather pipe to the breather.
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Remove the dome head nuts (2, Fig. 20) securing the breather housing. Note the position of the clips and brackets fitted.
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Withdraw the breather housing and filter gauze.
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Slacken the locknut and use tool JD2B (3, Fig. 20) to tension the top chain.
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Rotate the tool in an anti-clockwise direction and DO NOT use undue force.
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Tighten the locknut and refit the breather housing and all brackets and clips removed.
