Patriot 2WD L4-2.4L (2009)
1. Remove timing chainSee: Timing Chain & Sprockets - Removal.
2. Remove oil pan See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Engine Oil Pan - Removal.
3. Remove oil pump drive chain tensioner.
4. Remove oil pump drive chain.
5. Remove crankshaft sprocket (1).
Timing Chain
TIMING CHAIN
NOTE: The crankshaft timing mark (3) or (5) can be in one of two locations depending on whether the engine is early production (5), late
production (3) or assembled with service parts (3). In all cases the keyway (2) will always be in the 9:00 position, in line with the
ladder frame mounting surface (1) when the engine is at TDC.
1. Verify that the engine is still set to TDC.