Timing Chain: Service and Repair

NOTE: Ford does not provide timing marks or additional information for servicing of the timing chains/sprockets without the special tools listed in this procedure.

Removal
1. Remove the engine front cover. Service and Repair





2. Remove the timing chain tensioner.





3. Align the timing marks.





4. Remove the bolt.





5. Remove the timing chain and the timing gears as an assembly.





6. Remove the timing chain guide.

Installation





1. Install the timing chain guide.





2. Align the timing marks.





3. Install the timing chain and the timing gears as an assembly.





4. Install the bolt.





5. Install the timing chain tensioner.
6. Install the engine front cover.