Corolla LE Sedan L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE) (1999)
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Remove the bolt and slipper.
19. REMOVE TIMING CHAIN AND CRANKSHAFT TIMING SPROCKET
If the crankshaft timing sprocket cannot be removed by hand, use 2 screwdrivers.
NOTICE: Position shop rags as shown to prevent damage.
20. REMOVE CHAIN VIBRATION DAMPER
Remove the 2 bolts and damper.
21. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING SPROCKETS
Hold the hexagonal head wrench portion of the camshaft with a wrench, and remove the bolt and timing sprocket.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the cylinder head and valve lifter with the wrench.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING SPROCKETS
a. Using a vernier calipers, measure the length of 16 links with the chain dully stretched.
Maximum chain elongation: 122.6 mm (4.827 inch)
If the elongation is greater than maximum, replace the chain.
HINT: Make the same measurements pulling at 3 or more places selected at random.
b. Wrap the chain around the timing sprocket.
