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Repair Procedures: Inspection

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Sprockets, Hydraulic Tensioner, Chain Guide, Tensioner Arm, Timing Chain 

  1. Check the CVVT sprocket, crankshaft sprocket teeth for abnormal wear, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary.
  2. Check a contact surface of the chain tensioner arm and guide for abnormal wear, cracks or damage.

    Replace if necessary.

  3. Check the hydraulic tensioner for its piston stroke and ratchet operation. Replace if necessary.
  4. Check the timing chain for its elongation, abnormal wear or damage. Replace if necessary.