Cam Chain Removal

Cam Chain Removal

NOTE:
^ Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
^ To avoid damaging the wires and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
^ To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the engine coolant temperature drops below 100°F (38°C) before loosening the cylinder head bolts.
^ Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.
^ Keep the cam chain away from magnetic field.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the audio presets.
2. Relieve fuel pressure.
3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
4. Drain the engine coolant.
5. Drain the engine oil.
6. Loosen the water pump pulley bolts.
7. Remove the drive belt.
8. Remove the cylinder head.





9. 2000-2005 models: Remove the vacuum tank.





10. Remove the water bypass hose (A), then remove the three bolts (B) securing the water bypass tube (C).





11. Remove the water pump pulley.
12. Remove the auto-tensioner.
13. Remove the alternator.





14. Remove the idler pulley (A), then remove the idler pulley base (B).
15. Remove the oil pan.
16. Remove the crankshaft pulley.





17. Remove the chain case.
18. Remove the CKP pulse plate.





19. Remove the oil pump chain guide.
20. Remove the cam chain.