Raider V6-3.7L SOHC (2006)
Timing Chain: Removal and Replacement
Timing Chain
COVER - TIMING / CHAIN
TIMING CHAIN & SPROCKETS
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove right and left cylinder head covers.
4. Remove radiator fan.
5. Rotate engine until timing mark (2) on crankshaft damper aligns with TDC mark on timing chain cover (1).
6. Make sure the camshaft sprocket V6 marks (1) are at the 12 o'clock position (No. 1 TDC exhaust stroke).
7. Remove power steering pump.
8. Remove access plugs (1 and 2) from left and right cylinder heads for access to chain guide fasteners.
9. Remove the oil fill housing to gain access to the right side tensioner arm fastener.
10. Remove crankshaft damper and timing chain cover.
11. Collapse and pin primary chain tensioner.
CAUTION: Plate behind left secondary chain tensioner could fall into oil pan. Therefore, cover pan opening.