Pathfinder 2WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2009)
5. Remove camshafts.
6. Remove valve lifters.
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Identify installation positions, and store them without mixing them up.
7. Remove timing chain tensioner (secondary) from cylinder head.
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Remove timing chain tensioner (secondary) with its stopper pin attached.
NOTE: Stopper pin was attached when timing chain (secondary) was removed.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V-block on precise flat table, and support No. 2 and 4 journal of camshaft.
CAUTION:
Do not support journal No. 1 (on the side of camshaft sprocket) because it has a different diameter from the other three locations.
2. Set dial indicator vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn camshaft to one direction with hands, and measure the camshaft runout on dial indicator. (Total indicator reading)