For 1990-2009 cars only
- Clean the components in cleaning solvent.
- Dry the components with compressed air.
- Inspect the camshaft timing chain for binding or wear.
- Inspect the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets for:
Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
| • | Broken teeth (1) |
| • | Damaged teeth (2) |
| • | Chipped teeth (3) |
| • | Worn teeth |
| • | Uneven wear on one edge of the teeth |
| • | Worn valleys between the sprocket teeth |
| • | Crankshaft sprocket keyway for wear |
| • | Woodruff key (crankshaft sprocket) for wear or damage |
