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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • EN 46112 Tensioner Retraction Pins
    • EN 49416 Reset Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.


    Object Number: 1306381  Size: SH
  1. Ensure that the secondary timing chain tensioner bank 2 (2) is being installed.

  2. Object Number: 1306382  Size: SH
  3. Using the EN-49416 reset tool , reset the secondary timing chain tensioner plunger.

  4. Object Number: 1306383  Size: SH
  5. Install the plunger into the secondary timing chain tensioner body.

  6. Object Number: 1306384  Size: SH
  7. Compress the plunger into the body and lock the secondary timing chain tensioner by inserting the EN 46112 pin into the access hole in the side of the secondary timing chain tensioner body.
  8. Slowly release pressure on the secondary timing chain tensioner. The secondary timing chain tensioner should remain compressed.

  9. Object Number: 1306387  Size: SH
  10. Verify the proper placement of the secondary timing chain tensioner gasket tab (1).
  11. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  12. Tighten the 2 secondary timing chain tensioner bolts a first pass in sequence to  5 N·m (44 lb in).
  13. Tighten the 2 secondary timing chain tensioner bolts a second pass in sequence to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  14. Object Number: 1852622  Size: SH
  15. Release the secondary timing chain tensioner by pulling out the EN 46112 pin and unlocking the tensioner plunger.

  16. Object Number: 1852625  Size: SH
  17. Verify the left secondary camshaft drive chain timing mark alignments (1-6). Refer to Camshaft Timing Drive Chain Alignment Diagram.