Timing Chain Tensioner - Revised Installation Procedure
File In Section: 6 - EngineBulletin No.: 57-61-08
Date: March, 1995
Subject:
Section 6A9 - Revised Timing Chain Tensioner Installation Procedure
Models:
1991-95 Chevrolet Lumina
1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1991-95 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
1991-95 Pontiac Grand Prix with 3.4L Engine (VIN X - RPO LQ1)
Use the following procedure to properly install the timing chain tensioner. This procedure should be used along with the procedure found in the appropriate Service Manual.
Figure 1 - Tensioner Tool:
Figure 2 - Chain Tensioner:
Timing Chain Tensioner Installation Procedure (Figures 1 and 2)
Install or Connect
1. Tensioner, refer to Service Manual procedure in Section 6A9.
2. Fabricate tool to retract tensioner.
Bend a 12 inch piece of 1/8 in. welding rod (or equivalent) in half, leaving a 1 inch gap between the two ends.
^ Make a bend 1 inch from the end, perpendicular to the original bend, at 60° as shown in Figure 1.
^ Repeat this process for the other end. Make sure both ends are bent in the same direction.
3. Using the rod, retract the tensioner as shown in Figure 2.
4. While compressing spring, use a suitable tool (cotter pin, rivet, or nail) and insert in hole as shown in Figure 2. Tool MUST be capable of keeping spring compressed.
5. Complete reassembly, refer to Service Manual, Section 6A5.