Sidekick Sport 2D JLX 4WD L4-1.8L (1998)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Drain engine oil.
3. Drain coolant.
4. Remove oil pan and oil pump strainer. Refer to item OIL PAN AND OIL PUMP STRAINER for removal.
5. Remove cylinder head cover. Refer to item CYLINDER HEAD COVER for removal.
6. Remove timing chain cover. Refer to item TIMING CHAIN COVER for removal.
7. Remove 2nd timing chain. Refer to item 2ND TIMING CHAIN AND CHAIN TENSIONER for removal.
8. Remove CMP sensor.
Refer to Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor removal.
9. After removing 2nd timing chain, set key on crankshaft in position as shown by turning crankshaft. This is to prevent interference between valves
and piston.