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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 1.8L (LNK) 🢒 Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the engine cover.

    3. Object Number: 621682 Size: SH
  3. Remove the ignition coils (1, 2, 3, 4).

    4. Object Number: 244188 Size: SH
  4. Remove the spark plugs.

    5. Object Number: 234138 Size: SH
  5. Rotate the engine to top dead center on the number one cylinder.

    6. Object Number: 234178 Size: SH
  6. Remove the 2 timing chain tensioner bolts (1, 2).
  7. Remove the timing chain tensioner.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 234392 Size: SH
  1. Release the ratchet pawl.
  2. Fully depress the plunger (4).

    3. Apply the hook (2) to the pin (3).

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 234394 Size: SH
  3. Install the timing chain tensioner into the timing chain cover. Secure the timing chain tensioner using 2 bolts (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Rotate the engine approximately 1 revolution in order to release the plunger on the timing chain tensioner.

    5. Object Number: 244188 Size: SH
  5. Install the spark plugs.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the spark plugs to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).


    Object Number: 621682 Size: SH
  6. Install the ignition coils (1, 2, 3, 4).
  7. Install the engine cover.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).