XJ-6 (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
Timing Chain Tensioner: Service and Repair
Upper
Timing Chain Tensioner, Upper, Renew
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Remove the timing cover.
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Remove the upper timing chain (6 Fig. 1).
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Remove the flanged bolts (3 Fig. 1) securing the tensioner pedestal.
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Remove the pedestal I tensioner assembly and chain damper (1 Fig. 1).
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Remove the tensioner pivot pin (2 Fig. 1) and remove the tensioner from the pedestal.
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Clean the pivot pin.
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Fit a new tensioner to the pedestal and fit the tensioner pivot pin. Secure the tensioner with the flanged bolts.
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Align the damper to the tensioner and fit the damper/tensioner assembly to the engine.
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Ensure that the damper does not foul the auxiliary shaft sprocket.
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Finally tighten the securing bolts.
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Fit the new timing chain.
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Re-position the upper tensioner and temporarily secure to the upper dampers with an elastic band.
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Renew the timing cover oil seal and refit the timing cover.