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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 79 (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: Crankshaft Keyway In 11 O'clock Position
    G01197356Courtesy 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)
    G01197357Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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