380SL (107.045) V8-3.8L (116.960) (1982)
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Timing Chain Idler Gear: Service and Repair
NOTE: On engine 116 with duplex chain the intermediate sprocket can only be renewed after removal of the left-hand cylinder head.
The bearing bushings for the return sprocket in the crankcase have fallen away as from December 1984 and those in the timing case cover as from March
1985.
Removal:
1
Remove timing case cover. See: Timing Cover/Service and Repair
2
Remove slide rail (87).
3
Slacken timing chain on intermediate sprocket (78) by turning left-hand camshaft.
4
Remove intermediate sprocket (78). See: Service and Repair
5
Remove return sprocket (1).
6
If required, pull out bearing bushing in crankcase by means of internal puller.
7
Pull out bearing bushing in timing case cover with internal puller.
Installation:
