CAMSHAFT TIMING TO SPROCKET

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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L and 7.4L Engines
See Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6

1. Remove the timing cover. This will allow access to the timing chain.
2. Crank the engine until the timing marks on both sprockets are nearest each other and in line between the shaft centers.

Fig. Fig. 1: Crank the engine until the timing marks on both sprockets are in line

1. On 1996-98 vehicles remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring, if equipped. On 7.4L engines tool J-41371 or its equivalent puller must be used to remove the reluctor ring.
2. Take out the bolts that hold the camshaft gear to the camshaft. This gear is a light press fit on the camshaft and will come off easily. It is located by a dowel. The chain comes off with the camshaft gear.

Fig. Fig. 2: Remove the camshaft gear retaining bolts

Fig. Fig. 3: Remove the camshaft gear and timing chain
A gear puller will be required to remove the crankshaft gear.
To install:

1. Without disturbing the position of the engine, mount the new crankshaft gear on the shaft, and mount the chain over the camshaft gear. Arrange the camshaft gear in such a way that the timing marks will line up between the shaft centers and the camshaft locating dowel will enter the dowel hole in the cam sprocket.
2. Place the cam sprocket, with its chain mounted over it, in position on the front of the truck and pull up with the three bolts that hold it to the camshaft.
3. After the gears are in place, turn the engine two full revolutions to make certain that the timing marks are in correct alignment between the shaft centers. Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolts (and nut on the 4.3L) to 21 ft. lbs. (28 Nm) on 1988-95 models. On 1996-98 models, tighten the bolts to 18 ft. Lbs. (25 Nm). On the 7.4L, tighten them to 20 ft. lbs. (26 Nm) on 1988-95 models. On 1996-98 models, tighten the bolts to 25 ft. Lbs. (34 Nm).

When installing the crankshaft position sensor you must use install a new oil ring seal onto the sensor.

1. Install the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring (if equipped), onto the crankshaft until it is firmly seated against the crankshaft sprocket. On 1996-98 7.4L vehicles replace the reluctor ring with a new component.
2. Install the front cover, torsional damper, water pump and the radiator.

Fig. Fig. 4: A gear puller will be required to remove the crankshaft gear

Fig. Fig. 5: Timing mark alignment-4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L and 7.4L engines

This should be everything you need....

Timing is not resettable by the user, as the computer controls this based on knock or no knock conditions which will advance or ****** ignition timing for optimum performance.

The valve timing is something that is set when installing the timing chain:

2.5L, 2.8L and 3.1L Engines Fig. 4: Timing chain and sprocket removal - 2.5L engine
Fig. 5: Timing chain and sprocket removal - 1996 3.1L engine shown
Fig. 6: You must use a suitable puller to remove the crankshaft sprocket

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the timing chain front cover assembly, as outlined earlier in this section.
3. Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and camshaft sprocket locator hole are aligned to the marks on the engine block or timing chain dampener. This is the No. 1 piston at TDC (No. 4 firing position).
4. Unfasten the camshaft sprocket retaining bolt/screw, then remove the camshaft sprocket and the timing chain. NOTE: If the camshaft sprocket does not come off easily, a light blow on the lower edge of the sprocket with a rubber mallet should loosen the sprocket.
   
5. Remove the crankshaft sprocket using tool J 23444-A or equivalent puller.
6. If necessary, remove the timing chain dampener retaining bolts, then remove the dampener. To install:
   
7. Install the crankshaft sprocket using tool J 38612 until it the sprocket is fully seated on the flange of the crankshaft nose. Apply a coat of Molykote® or equivalent, to the sprocket thrust surface.
8. Hold the camshaft sprocket with the chain hanging down, and align the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
9. If removed, install the timing chain damper to the engine block.
10. Align the dowel in the camshaft with the dowel hole in the camshaft sprocket. Install the camshaft sprocket and chain, use the camshaft sprocket bolts to draw the sprocket on to the camshaft. Tighten the sprocket bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
11. Lubricate the timing chain with engine oil.
12. Install the front cover assembly, as outlined earlier in this section.
13. Connect the negative battery cable.

To Install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   • Timing chain drive sprocket to crankshaft
     1. Rotate the crank so the mark on the sprocket is at the 5 o'clock position
2. Assemble chain to the intake camshaft sprocket alignment copper link to the "INT" diamond timing mark on the camshaft sprocket
   
   NOTE: When lowering the timing chain rotate the assembly 90° to allow the chain to fall between the cylinder block bosses then rotate the assembly back so the camshaft sprocket is facing forward.
   
   
   
3. Lower the assembly through the chain housing opening on top of the cylinder head. Use care to ensure that the chain goes around both sides of the cylinder block bosses NOTE: The crankshaft sprocket timing mark will be at approximately the 5 o'clock position.
   
4. Route chain around crankshaft sprocket and align silver link to the timing mark
   
   NOTE: The camshaft sprocket bolts are not reusable; they are torque-to-yield and must be discarded to prevent premature failure.
   
5. Install or connect the following:
   • Intake camshaft sprocket loosely onto the intake camshaft then install the new camshaft sprocket bolt finger tight NOTE: It is not necessary to align the sprocket-to-camshaft offset notch at this time.
     
   • Adjustable timing chain guide through the opening on top of the cylinder head then install the chain guide bolt; torque to 89 lb-in. (10 Nm)
     
     
     
     
   • Exhaust camshaft sprocket loosely onto the exhaust camshaft with the timing mark on the sprocket aligned with the silver link then install a new camshaft sprocket bolt finger tight
   NOTE: It is not necessary to align the sprocket-to-camshaft offset notch at this time.
   NOTE: The camshaft sprocket bolts are not reusable; they are torque-to-yield and must be discarded to prevent premature failure.
   
6. Align the camshaft sprocket-to-camshaft then tighten the camshaft bolt using the following procedure:
   
   NOTE: Do not rotate either camshaft more than 1/2 turn in either direction with the crankshaft at Top Dead Center (TDC). To do so may cause valve to piston contact resulting in a damaged valve and/or a damaged piston.
   
   • Ensure that the sprocket timing mark is at the 5 o'clock position
   • Rotate the intake camshaft using a 24mm wrench on the flats of the camshaft until the sprocket-to-camshaft alignment notch seats
   • When the sprocket seats on the camshaft tighten the sprocket bolt finger tight
   • Rotate exhaust camshaft using a 24mm wrench on the flats of the camshaft until the sprocket-to-camshaft alignment notch seats
   • When the sprocket seats on the camshaft tighten the sprocket bolt finger tight
7. Verify that all colored links are aligned with the appropriate marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets NOTE: If they are not repeat steps 1C through 4.
   
8. Install the fixed timing chain guide and bolts; torque to 89 lb-in. (10 Nm)
9. Install the fixed timing chain guide bolt access hole plug; torque to 30 lb-ft. (40 Nm)
10. Install upper timing chain guide and bolts; torque to 89 lb-in. (10 Nm) NOTE: Use a 24mm wrench to support the camshaft while applying torque to the camshaft sprocket bolt. Do not torque the camshaft bolts against the timing chain as it may damage the timing chain.
    
11. Torque the intake and exhaust camshaft sprocket bolts; torque as follows:
    • First Pass: 63 lb-ft. (85 Nm)
    • Second Pass: Turn an additional 30° using a torque angle gauge
12. Install the sealing ring and tensioner assembly; torque to 55 lb-ft. (75 Nm)
13. Install or connect the following:
    • Timing chain oil nozzle and bolt; torque to 89 lb-in. (10 Nm)
    • Camshaft cover assembly
    • Engine front cover
    • Negative battery cable; torque to 13 lb-ft. (17 Nm)

Timing Chain and Gears REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 2.2L Engine Fig. 1: The timing marks on the sprockets should be in alignment. If not, turn the crankshaft until the marks are aligned
Fig. 2: The timing chain tensioner is retained by a Torx head bolt (1) and a regular hex head bolt (2)
Fig. 3: Unfasten the camshaft sprocket bolt
Fig. 4: Remove the camshaft sprocket and the timing chain at the same time . . .
Fig. 5: . . . then remove the tensioner assembly
Fig. 6: Compress the tensioner spring and insert a cotter pin or nail in the hole provided to hold the tensioner in position

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the front cover as previously detailed.
3. Place the No. 1 piston at TDC of the compression stroke so that the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets are in alignment (see illustration).
4. Loosen the timing chain tensioner nut as far as possible without actually removing it.
5. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts and remove the sprocket and chain together. If the sprocket does not slide from the camshaft easily, a light blow with a soft mallet at the lower edge of the sprocket will dislodge it.
6. Using a suitable gear puller, remove the crankshaft sprocket. To install:
   
7. Press the crankshaft sprocket back onto the crankshaft.
8. Install the timing chain over the camshaft sprocket and then around the crankshaft sprocket. Make sure that the marks on the two sprockets are in alignment (see illustration). Lubricate the thrust surface with Molykote® or its equivalent.
9. Align the dowel in the camshaft with the dowel hole in the sprocket and then install the sprocket onto the camshaft. Use the mounting bolts to draw the sprocket onto the camshaft and then tighten to 66-68 ft. lbs. (91-95 Nm).
10. Lubricate the timing chain with clean engine oil. Tighten the chain tensioner.
11. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal. Fig. 7: Exploded view of the timing chain and sprockets - 2.2L OHV engine
    

To Install:

1. Install balance shaft drive gear onto the left camshaft.
2. Install the camshaft sprockets and new bolts finger tight.
3. Using a vise, compress the timing chain tensioner plunger.

4. Install a retaining clip on the tensioner to hold plunger IN during installation.
   marking timing chain
   

5. If timing chain copper links are not visible, mark 2 links on one end and 1 link on the other end to be used as timing marks.
6. Install right and left timing chain guides. Tighten bolts to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm).
7. Rotate the left camshaft until the timing mark is at the 12 o'clock position.
8. Rotate the right camshaft until the timing mark is at the 11 o'clock position.

9. Position the crankshaft using the special tool. Then remove the tool.
   Crankshaft special tool positioning
   

10. Install the crankshaft sprocket with flange facing forward.
    Crankshaft sprocket timing mark
    

11. Position lower end of left (inner) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket. Align the copper (or marked) chain link with the timing mark on the outer flange of the crankshaft pulley. NOTE: Upper half of timing chain must be below the tensioner arm dowel.
    

12. Position the left timing chain on the camshaft sprocket. The timing mark on the camshaft sprocket must be aligned between the 2 copper (or marked) chain links.
    Left camshaft sprocket timing mark
    

13. Place the left timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the timing chain tensioner and bolts. Tighten bolts to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm). NOTE: Lower half of timing chain must be above the tensioner arm dowel.
    Crankshaft sprocket timing mark
    

14. Position lower end of right (outer) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket. Align the copper (or marked) chain link with the timing mark on the outer flange of the crankshaft pulley.
    Right camshaft sprocket timing mark
    

15. Position the right timing chain on the camshaft sprocket. The timing mark on the camshaft sprocket must be aligned between the 2 copper (or marked) chain links.
16. Place the right timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the timing chain tensioner and bolts. Tighten bolts to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm).
17. Remove the retaining clips from the right and left timing chain tensioners.
18. Verify alignment of all timing marks.
19. Install crankshaft sensor ring on crankshaft.
20. Locate index mark on balance shaft and mark corresponding gear tooth with chalk.
21. Position balance shaft on journals. NOTE: It may be helpful to use an inspection mirror to view the marks timing marks.
    

22. Align the chalk mark on the balance shaft with the camshaft timing mark.
    Balance shaft bearing caps
    

23. Install the balance shaft bearing caps in their original locations. Follow the tightening sequence as shown in the illustration. Tighten bolts to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm).
24. Tighten the camshaft phaser sprocket bolts in the correct sequence using 2 steps, as follows:
    • Step 1-30 ft-lbs (40 Nm)
    • Step 2-tighten an additional 90 degrees
25. Position the crankshaft keyway in the 11 o'clock position.
26. Lubricate and install all camshaft roller followers. WARNING
    Engine front cover replacement procedure must be completed within 4 minutes or entire procedure must be repeated. Failure to do so may result in future leaks
    

Assuming you have the single overhead camshaft, there is a pin you're supposed to use to align the camshaft gear--see below diagram from autozone.com:


Obviously you could substitute a phillips screwdriver of the appropriate size for the alignment pin shown. Leave it in until you complete the chain installation.

The crankshaft pully mark goes straight up:

Make sure the chain is tight on the right side when the gears are in these positions and that it doesn't slip any teeth on eight gear when you apply the tensioner. I will paste the autozone instructions below.

To install:

1. Inspect the chain for wear and damage. Check the inside diameter of the chain, it should be no more than 16.77 in. (426mm). Inspect the chain guides for wear or cracks and the timing sprockets for teeth or key wear. Replace components as necessary.
2. Verify that the crankshaft is positioned 90 degrees clockwise past TDC from the keyway (keyway at 3 o'clock).
3. Bring the camshaft up to No. 1 TDC by loosely installing the sprocket and rotating the sprocket until the timing pin can be inserted. The camshaft contains wrench flats to assist in turning the shaft. The dowel pin should be at 12 o'clock when the camshaft is at TDC and a timing pin ( 3 / 16 in. drill bit) should then install at about the 8 o'clock position.
4. If removed, install the crankshaft sprocket, then rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise 90 degrees up to No. 1 TDC (keyway at 12 o'clock).
5. Position the chain under the crankshaft sprocket and over the camshaft sprocket. If necessary remove the camshaft sprocket, then slide the camshaft sprocket into position with the chain already engaged. The timing chain should be positioned so that one silver link plate aligns with the reference mark on the camshaft sprocket and the other aligns with the downward tooth (at the 6 o'clock position) on the crankshaft sprocket. The letters FRT on the camshaft sprocket must face forward, away from the cylinder head and excess chain slack should be located on the tensioner side of the block.
6. Temporarily install the timing pin to verify proper alignment of the camshaft and sprocket, then install and tighten the sprocket bolt to 75 ft. lbs. (102 Nm). Again, use a wrench on the camshaft flats to hold the shaft in position while tightening the bolt. Do not allow the camshaft retaining bolt to torque against the timing pin or cylinder head damage will result.
7. Install the chain guides with the words FRONT facing out. Install the fixed guide first and verify the chain is snug against the guide, then install the pivot guide. Tighten the bolts to 19 ft. lbs. (26 Nm) and verify that the pivot guide moves freely.
8. Retract the tensioner plunger and pin the ratchet lever using a 1 / 8 in. No. 31 drill bit inserted in the alignment hole at the bottom front of the component. Install the tensioner and tighten the bolts to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm), then remove the drill bit.
9. Make one final check to verify all components are properly timed, then remove all timing pins.
10. Install the timing chain front cover.
11. Connect the negative battery cable, start the engine and check for leaks.

Timing Belt Removal & Installation 3.0L Engine To Remove:
Exploded view of the timing belt and sprocket assembly (3.0L engine)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the accessory drive belts. Remove the engine mount insulator from the engine support bracket.
3. Remove the engine support bracket. Remove the crankshaft pulleys and torsional damper. Remove the timing belt covers.
4. Rotate the crankshaft until the sprocket timing marks are aligned. The crankshaft sprocket timing mark should align with the oil pump timing mark. The rear camshaft sprocket timing mark should align with the generator bracket timing mark and the front camshaft sprocket timing mark should align with the inner timing belt cover timing mark.
5. If the belt is to be reused, mark the direction of rotation on the belt for installation reference. Mark the direction of travel for the timing belt for correct installation
   
6. Loosen the timing belt tensioner bolt and remove the timing belt.
7. If necessary, remove the timing belt tensioner. Turn the center tensioner pulley bolt until the timing belt has enough slack . . .
   . . . then slide the timing belt off of the camshaft sprockets
   
8. Remove the crankshaft sprocket flange shield and crankshaft sprocket.
9. Hold the camshaft sprocket using spanner tool MB990775 or equivalent, and remove the camshaft sprocket bolt and washer. Remove the camshaft sprocket.

To Install:

1. Install the camshaft sprocket on the camshaft with the retaining bolt and washer. Hold the camshaft sprocket using spanner tool MB990775 or equivalent, and tighten the bolt to 70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm).
2. Install the crankshaft sprocket.
3. If removed, install the timing belt tensioner and tensioner spring. Hook the spring upper end to the water pump pin and the lower end to the tensioner bracket with the hook out.
4. Turn the timing belt tensioner counterclockwise full travel in the adjustment slot and tighten the bolt to temporarily hold it in this position.
5. Rotate the crankshaft sprocket until its timing mark is aligned with the oil pump timing mark.
6. Rotate the rear camshaft sprocket until its timing mark is aligned with the timing mark on the generator bracket.
7. Rotate the front (radiator side) camshaft sprocket until its mark is aligned with the timing mark on the inner timing belt cover.
8. Install the timing belt on the crankshaft sprocket while keeping the belt tight on the tension side. NOTE: If the original belt is being reused, be sure to install it in the same rotational direction.
   
9. Position the timing belt over the front camshaft sprocket (radiator side). Next, position the belt under the water pump pulley, then over the rear camshaft sprocket and finally over the tensioner. CAUTION
   If any binding is felt when adjusting the timing belt tension by turning the crankshaft, STOP turning the engine, because the pistons may be hitting the valves.
   Rent or borrow the special tool to hold the camshaft sprockets steady . . .
   . . . while loosening the center retaining bolt on the camshaft pulley, then . . .
   . . . remove the camshaft sprocket from the end of the camshaft
   Timing belt tensioner and spring positions
   Timing belt routing and timing mark locations
   
   
10. Apply rotating force in the opposite direction to the front camshaft sprocket (radiator side) to create tension on the timing belt tension side. Check that all timing marks are aligned.
11. Install the crankshaft sprocket flange.
12. Loosen the tensioner bolt and allow the tensioner spring to tension the belt.
13. Rotate the crankshaft two full turns in a clockwise direction. Turn the crankshaft smoothly and in a clockwise direction only.
14. Again line up the timing marks. If all marks are aligned, tighten the tensioner bolt to 250 in. lbs. (28 Nm). Otherwise repeat the installation procedure.
15. Install the timing belt covers. Install the engine support bracket. Tighten the support bracket mounting bolts to 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm).
16. Install the engine mount insulator, torsional damper and crankshaft pulleys. Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to 112 ft. lbs. (151 Nm).
17. Install the accessory drive belts.
18. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
19. Run the engine and check for proper operation.

1. If tensioner assembly is being replaced, install tensioner and mounting bolts. Torque bolts to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) .
2. Retract tensioner if required. CAUTION: The camshaft pin and the slot in the cam sprocket must be clocked at 12:00. The crankshaft keyway must be clocked at 2:00. The crankshaft sprocket must be installed so that the dots and or paint marking is at 6:00.
3. Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket on the bench with timing marks on exact imaginary center line through both camshaft and crankshaft bores.

CAUTION: The timing chain must be installed with the single plated link aligned with the dot and or paint marking on the camshaft sprocket. The crankshaft sprocket is aligned with the dot and or paint marking on the sprocket between two plated timing chain links.

well not sure exactly why it wont line up use something to turn the crank and cam to appropiate position start sliding crank gear until cam gear is touching then start to push both at same time make sure your crank key and cam pin are bothin place On many OHV pushrod engines, the crankshaft sprocket is installed on the crankshaft nose and the crankshaft is rotated to position piston #1 at TDC. At this point, a mark stamped onto the crankshaft sprocket is pointing directly upward (toward the camshaft).
The camshaft sprocket is then temporarily bolted to the cam and used to rotate the cam until a mark stamped on the cam sprocket is pointing directly downward (toward the crankshaft). The sprocket is then removed from the cam (without allowing the cam to rotate).
The timing chain is looped over the cam gear, the mark on the cam gear is positioned directly downward, and the chain is looped around the crankshaft sprocket. When the cam sprocket is attached to the cam, the timing marks on the crank and cam sprockets should be pointing toward one another.