MKS AWD V6-3.7L (2009)
Timing Chain Tensioner: Service and Repair
Timing Drive Components
Removal
NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while
cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan may cause engine failure.
1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover See: Timing Cover/Service and Repair.
2. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise and align the timing marks on the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) assemblies as shown.
3. NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the Top Dead Center (TDC) position.
Install the Camshaft Holding Tool onto the flats of the LH camshafts.
4. NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.
Install the Camshaft Holding Tool onto the flats of the RH camshafts.
5. Remove the 3 bolts and the RH VCT housing.