Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
Timing Chain and Sprockets
TIMING CHAIN AND SPROCKETS
REMOVAL - TIMING CHAIN AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2) Remove the timing chain cover.
3) Rotate engine by turning crankshaft until the timing marks are aligned as shown in (Fig. 182).
4) Remove camshaft sprocket attaching bolt.
5) Remove the timing chain with camshaft sprocket.
6) Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
INSTALLATION - TIMING CHAIN AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
1) Rotate crankshaft so the timing arrow is to the 12 o'clock position (Fig. 182).
NOTE: Lubricate timing chain and sprockets with clean engine oil before installation.
2) While holding camshaft sprocket and chain in hand, place timing chain around the sprocket, aligning the plated link with the dot on the sprocket.
Position the timing arrow to the 6 o'clock position (Fig. 182).
3) Place timing chain around crankshaft sprocket with the plated link lined up with the dot on the sprocket. Install camshaft sprocket into position.
4) Use a straight edge to check alignment of timing marks.
5) Install camshaft sprocket bolt and washer. Tighten bolt to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6) Rotate crankshaft 2 revolutions and check timing mark alignment (Fig. 182). If timing marks do not line up, remove camshaft sprocket and
realign.
7) Install the timing chain cover.
8) Connect negative cable to battery.