CONSTRUCTION
In pursuit of high-precision valve timings, a roller chain (chain sub-assembly) with a 9.525 mm (0.375 in.) pitch is used to reduce wear and elongation.
A timing chain guide is used between the camshaft timing gear assembly and camshaft timing exhaust gear assembly to ensure quietness and reliability by suppressing vibrations in the chain sub-assembly between camshafts.
The No. 1 chain tensioner assembly uses a spring and oil pressure to maintain proper chain tension at all times. The No. 1 chain tensioner assembly suppresses noise generated by the timing chain. Also, a ratchet construction is used to improve quietness during starting and low engine speeds.
A resin with a friction reduction effect and high anti-friction performance is used for the shoes of the chain tensioner slipper, No. 1 chain vibration damper and timing chain guide to improve low fuel consumption and to ensure reliability.
| *1 | Timing Chain Guide | *2 | Chain Tensioner Slipper |
| *3 | No. 1 Chain Tensioner Assembly | *4 | No. 1 Chain Vibration Damper |
| *5 | Chain Sub-assembly | - | - |