Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Aston Martin
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage Factory Workshop Manual (2005-2010)04 · 03 Engine
04 · Engine

Valve Train: Specifications (page 5 of 7)

Make
Aston Martin
Model
V8 Vantage Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2005–2010
Section
Valve Train
03 EngineSpecifications · page 5 of 7
  1. Loosen the two Torx bolts that attach the camshaft sprockets to the camshafts.
Timing chain tensioner with pin release mechanism
Camshaft sprockets with Torx bolts highlighted

Install

  1. Install the tensioner arm (refer to Figure 21).
  2. Install the special bolt that attaches the tensioner arm to the engine and torque the bolt to 11 Nm (refer to Figure 20).
  3. Install the timing chain tensioner (refer to Figure 19).
  4. Install the two bolts that attach the timing chain tensioner to the engine and torque the bolts to 11 Nm (refer to Figure 18).
  5. Install the special tool on the exhaust camshaft sprocket.

Note: You must use the special tool to hold the timing chain in the correct position during the subsequent two steps of the procedure.

Timing chain tensioner pin release mechanism
Exhaust camshaft sprocket with special tool 43-27955
  1. Release the pin from the timing chain tensioner and let the tension piston gradually apply tension to the timing chain.
  2. Use the special tool to turn the exhaust sprocket counterclockwise until there is tension in the chain.

Note: Make sure that the tensioner is fully operated but do not use too much force.

Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

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