XJ-6 L6-4.2L (1983)
Timing Chain Tensioner: Service and Repair
REMOVE
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Remove the timing cover
Figure 39
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Remove the setscrews and locking plate securing the tensioner
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Recover the tensioner and shim (1, Fig. 39)
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Remove the conical filter (2, Fig. 39) from the cylinder block
REFIT
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Thoroughly clean the conical filter and fit to the cylinder block
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Screw the slipper into the tensioner and fit the distance card supplied with new tensioner or 3.2 mm (0.125 in) slip gauge between the slipper and
body
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Locate the tensioner on shims as necessary to ensue that the slipper runs central on the chain and secure it using two setscrews and lockplate
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Slacken the setscrews securing the intermediate damper and set it into light contact with the chain
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Tighten the screws and re-lock
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Remove the slip gauge and tap the chain or tensioner slipper to release the ratchet