Timing Chain: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the timing cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Drive Gear
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Rotate the crankshaft (6303) until the timing marks and keyways align.

Fig 2: Aligning Crankshaft (6303) Timing Marks & Keyways
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Compress and install a retaining pin to hold the timing chain tensioner (6L266).

Fig 3: Identifying Timing Chain Tensioner (6L266) Retaining Pin
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Remove the camshaft sprocket (6256), the crankshaft sprocket (6306) and the timing chain/belt (6268) as an assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Timing Chain Assembly
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Remove the timing chain tensioner.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the timing chain tensioner.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.