Important: The timing chain tensioner must be removed to unload chain tension before
the timing chain is removed. If it is not, the timing chain will become cocked
and it will be difficult to remove.
Remove the timing chain tensioner plunger.
Locate hex on the exhaust camshaft and
hold with an appropriate size wrench.
Remove the exhaust cam bolt and the exhaust cam sprocket.
Discard the bolt.
Remove the adjustable timing chain guide.
Remove the plug to gain access to the
fixed timing chain guide bolt.
Remove the fixed timing chain guide.
Locate hex on the intake camshaft and
hold with an appropriate size wrench.
Remove the intake cam sprocket bolt, the intake cam sprocket and
the timing chain through the top of the cylinder head.