XL-7 Standard 4WD V6-2.7L (2002)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
1st Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner
Removal
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Drain engine oil.
3. Drain coolant.
4. Remove timing chain cover.
5. For reinstallation of timing chain, align 8 timing marks as shown in the figure by turning crankshaft.
6. Remove LH bank 2nd timing chain.
7. Remove timing chain guide No.1.
8. Remove timing chain guide No.2.
9. Remove timing chain tensioner adjuster No.1.
10. Remove idler sprocket No.1 and 1st timing chain.
11. Remove idler sprocket No.2 and sprocket shaft.
12. Remove timing chain tensioner.
13. Remove RH bank 1st timing chain intake camshaft sprocket bolt. To remove it, fit a spanner to hexagonal part (3) at the center of camshaft (2) to
hold it stationary.
14. Remove RH bank 1st timing chain intake camshaft sprocket (1).
15. Remove 1st timing chain crankshaft sprocket.
Inspection
Timing Chain Guides No.1 and No.2
Check shoe for wear or damage.