Tribute 2WD V6-3.0L (2008)
3. Hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem with a small pick.
Note
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LH shown, RH similar.
4. Slowly compress the timing chain tensioner.
Caution
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During tensioner compression, do not release the ratchet stem until the tensioner piston is fully bottomed in its bore or damage to the
ratchet stem will result.
5. Retain the tensioner piston with a 1.5 mm (0.06 in) wire or paper clip.
6. If timing marks on the timing chains are not evident, use a permanent-type marker to mark the crankshaft and camshaft timing marks on the LH
and RH timing chains.
(1) Mark any link to use as the crankshaft timing mark.
(2) Starting with the crankshaft timing mark, count 29 links and mark the link.
(3) Continue counting to 42 and mark the link.
