Pathfinder Armada 4WD V8-5.6L (VK56) (2004)
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8. Remove oil pump drive spacer.
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Hold and remove flat space of oil pump drive spacer by pulling it forward.
9. Remove oil pump.
10. Remove chain tensioner on left bank.
NOTE: To remove timing chain and associated parts, start with those on left bank. The procedure for removing parts on right bank is omitted
because it is the same as that for left bank.
a. Using a suitable tool or fingers squeeze clip ends and push the plunger into the tensioner body.
b. Secure plunger using stopper pin.
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Stopper pin is made from hard wire approximately 1 mm (0.04 inch) in diameter.
c. Remove the bolts and the chain tensioner.
NOTE:
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Stop plunger in the fully extended position by clip 1 if stopper pin is removed.
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Push the plunger in tensioner body while pushing plunger head and squeezing clip with fingers 2. Secure it using stopper pin 3.
CAUTION: Plunger, spring, and spring seat pop out when pressing squeezing clip without holding plunger head. It may cause serious injuries.
Always push plunger head when removing.
11. Remove chain tension guide and slack guide.
12. Remove timing chain and crankshaft sprocket.
