Timing Chain: Installation

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Install the timing chain tensioner.
1. Position the timing chain tensioner.
2. Install the bolts.
  
  Fig 1: Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt Tightening Torque
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Rotate the crankshaft so the number one piston (6108) is at top dead center (TDC) and the key is at the 12 o'clock position.

Fig 2: Positioning Crankshaft
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If necessary, retract the tensioner pad retracting mechanism.
1. Compress the tensioner pad retracting mechanism.
2. Insert a retaining pin.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Tensioner Retaining Pin
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Turn the camshaft sprocket so that the timing mark is on the bottom of the balance shaft (6250).

Fig 4: Aligning Camshaft Sprocket Timing Mark
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Install the timing chain, the camshaft sprocket and the crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 5: Installing Timing Chain, Camshaft Sprocket & Crankshaft Sprocket
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Make sure that the timing marks and the keyways are aligned.

Fig 6: Aligning Crankshaft (6303) Timing Marks & Keyways
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Install the camshaft position sensor drive gear.

Fig 7: Camshaft Position Sensor Drive Gear Bolt Tightening Torque
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Remove the retaining pin.

Fig 8: Removing Retaining Pin
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Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .