When repairing you cars timing chain , remember to research your cars firing order before you start . You can pick up a mechanical car model book at your local parts dealer . This manual , has all the how to’s , in side with step by step instruction . After you have determined the firing order and have your number one cylinder piston in the up position . You can check this , to make sure ; by removing the spark plug . Once the spark plug is removed , take a screw driver and insert it through the hole to measure the depth . The piston should be very close to the top of the head . Once you have established , the number one piston in the up position . Un hook your battery cables for safety reasons . According to the car you have , the fan and water pump will have to be removed to get to the timing chain cover . Once the timing chain cover is removed , look at the face of the chain that is still in place . The old chain will have a mark or little dot on the chain . The tooth of the gear will have one also . Make sure the two marks are in unison with each other before proceeding . Take a screw drive and scratch a mark across both the chain and gear for reference . Always cross reference your manual before removing any parts . Loosen the tension gear and remove the old chain . This should be easily removed once you have all tension relieved from the old chain . When placing the new chain , lube the gears , not the chain . Place the new chain on the gears while lining up the marks on the chain and belt . Once everything is in place , tighten the tension gear to the manuals required torque . Clean the old gasket , from the timing chain cover and replace it with a new gasket . Replace cover and re hook all hoses and fan . Hook your battery back up , so you can turn the engine over . If you have done all these procedures , start your engine . You will probably need to fine tune your timing , by using a timing light to make minute adjustments . there are marks on the drive shaft fly wheel to do this . Happy motoring . Category:Home › Autos • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 2 • You should never use after-market auto parts when maintaining or fixing your car • Should a new car be rust-proofed? • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 1 • Five safest cars in North America • How to ensure your teen drives safely after getting a license • Pros and cons of using an hydrogen generator for your car • DIY automotive maintenance: How to change the oil
