Fifth Avenue V6-231 3.8L VIN L FI (1992)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
Timing Chain Cover Replacement
Removal
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Drain cooling system.
3.
Support engine, then remove right engine mount.
4.
Raise and support vehicle, then drain engine oil.
5.
Remove oil pan and oil pump pick up. It may be necessary to remove transaxle inspection cover.
Fig. 22 Accessory Drive Belt Routing
6.
Remove accessory drive belt as follows:
a. Remove right front wheel and tire assembly, then the inner splash shield.
b. Release belt tension by rotating the tensioner clockwise, Fig. 22, then remove accessory drive belt.
7.
Remove A/C compressor and position aside.
8.
Remove A/C compressor mounting bracket.
Fig. 23 Removing Crankshaft Pulley
9.
Using a suitable puller, remove crankshaft pulley as shown, Fig. 23. Pull from inner hub area only.
