PROCEDURE
REMOVE FAN SHROUD
REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT
DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS
Disconnect the engine oil pressure switch assembly connector.
Remove the bolt and disconnect the wire harness.
REMOVE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
| *a | Hold |
| *b | Turn |
Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley and loosen the crankshaft pulley bolt until only 2 or 3 threads are screwed into the crankshaft.
| *a | Hold |
| *b | Turn |
Using SST, remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and crankshaft pulley.
Tech Tips
Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of SST (center bolt) prior to use.
REMOVE CRANKSHAFT TIMING GEAR KEY
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Using a screwdriver, remove the crankshaft timing gear key from the crankshaft groove.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
REMOVE TIMING GEAR CASE OR TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Using a screwdriver, pry out the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal.
Note
After the removal, check the crankshaft for damage.
If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.