Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
10. If difficulty is encountered in removing the timing chain tensioner shoe, use the following procedure in order to remove the intake camshaft
sprocket.
a. Lower the vehicle.
b. Hold the intake camshaft sprocket with the camshaft sprocket wrench and remove the sprocket bolt and washer.
c. Remove the washer from the bolt and rethread the bolt back into the camshaft by hand (the bolt provides a surface to push against).
d. Remove the intake camshaft sprocket. Use a three-jaw puller in the three relief holes in the sprocket.
11. Remove the tensioner assembly retaining bolts and tensioner.
CAUTION: The timing chain and the crankshaft sprocket must be marked prior to removal. If the chain or the crankshaft sprocket is installed with the
wear pattern in the opposite direction, noise and increased wear may occur.
12. Mark the crankshaft sprocket and the timing chain outer surface.
13. Remove the timing chain.
14. Clean the old sealant off of the bolt with a wire brush.
15. Clean the threaded hole in the camshaft with a round nylon bristle brush.
16. Inspect the parts for wear and replace the parts as necessary. Some scoring of the timing chain shoe and the guides is normal.