B4000 SE Cab Plus 2WD V6-4.0L OHV (1998)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
ENGINE FRONT COVER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the oil pan; refer to Oil Pan Removal/Installation.
3. Remove the crankshaft pulley; refer to Crankshaft Pulley Removal/Installation.
4. Disconnect the lower radiator hose.
5. Disconnect the heater water hose.
6. Disconnect the engine control sensor wiring from the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
7. Disconnect the generator; refer to Generator Removal/Installation.
8. Remove the drive belt tensioner; refer to Belt Tensioner Removal/Installation.
Alternator Bracket
9. Remove the bolts and the generator mounting bracket.
A/C Bracket
10. Remove the A/C bracket-to-water pump brace.