Corolla LE Sedan L4-1762cc 1.8L DOHC MFI (1998)
a. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise, and disconnect the plunger knock pin from the hook.
b. Turn the crankshaft clockwise, and check that the slipper is pushed by the plunger.
HINT: If the plunger does not spring out, press the slipper into the chain tensioner with a screwdriver or your finger so that the hook is
released from the knock pin and the plunger springs out.
14. Check valve timing.
a. Turn the crankshaft pulley, and align its groove with timing mark "0" of the timing chain cover.
NOTICE: Always turn the crankshaft clockwise.
b. Check that the point marks of the camshaft timing sprockets are in straight line on the timing chain cover surface as shown in the illustration.
If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the marks as above.
