Pathfinder 2WD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) (2008)
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5. Install the camshaft sprockets using the following procedure:
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A: LH bank shown
a. Install the camshaft sprockets aligning them with the matching marks painted on the timing chain (B) and the camshaft sprockets (C) before
removal. Align the camshaft sprocket key groove with the dowel pin on the camshaft front edge at the same time. Then temporarily tighten
camshaft sprocket bolts.
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Install the intake VTC (A) and exhaust (B) side camshaft sprockets by selectively using the groove of the dowel pin according to the bank
for the exhaust (B) side camshaft sprockets. (Common part used for both exhaust banks.)
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A: Intake (VTC)
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B: Exhaust
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R: for RH bank
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L: for LH bank
b. Lock the hexagonal part of the camshaft in the same way as for removal, and tighten the camshaft sprocket bolts.
c. Check again that the timing alignment mark on the timing chain and on each sprocket are aligned.
6. Install the chain tensioner using the following procedure:
NOTE: LH is shown.
a. Install the chain tensioner.
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Compress the plunger and hold it using a stopper pin when installing.
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Loosen the slack guide side timing chain by rotating the camshaft hexagonal part if mounting space is small.
Chain tensioner bolts: 6.9 Nm (0.70 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
b. Remove the stopper pin and release the plunger to apply tension to the timing chain.
