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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 208 (ENGINE MECHANICAL (SERVICE INFORMATION))TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONTIMING CHAIN COMPONENT (LH) REMOVAL NOTE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Timing Chain Component (LH) Removal Note

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Timing Chain Component (LH) Removal Note
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  1. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 1 and 2/3 turns until the keyway is in the 11 o'clock position.
    Fig 1: Adjusting Camshaft Position
    G00993508Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the timing chain (LH) in the following order.
    1. Chain tensioner
    2. Tensioner arm
    3. Timing chain
    4. Chain guide
    5. Timing chain crankshaft sprocket
      Fig 2: Removing Timing Chain (LH)
      G00993509Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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