ENGINE
3.18
CAM CHAIN TENSIONER INSPECTION
1. Pullcamchaintensionerplunger outwardtotheend
of its travel. Inspect teeth on ratchet pawl (A) and
plunger teeth (B) for wear or damage.
2. Push ratchet pawl and hold it. The plunger should
move smoothly in and out of the tensioner body.
3. Releaseratchetpawlandpushinwardonplunger. It
should remain locked in position and not move
inward.
4. Measure free length of tensioner spring. Replace
spring if excessively worn. Compare to
specifications.
5. Replace entire tensioner assembly if any part is
worn or damaged.
B
A
Tensioner Spring Free Length:
2.320I (5.9 cm)
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