TROUBLE SHOOTING
Note. For trouble shooting mechanical engine components, see appropriate table in TROUBLE SHOOTING article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
Inspection
Check cylinder head for warpage, cracks and damage. See CYLINDER HEAD table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Repair or replace cylinder head as necessary.
Inspect components for damage. Inspect friction surfaces on tensioner arms and chain guides for wear. Replace components if necessary. If tensioner arms or guides are worn or damaged, remove and clean oil pan. Also, replace oil pump screen cover and tube.
| CAUTION | DO NOT push timing chain ratchet assembly in with out releasing ratchet mechanism. |
Inspect components for damage. Specifications are unavailable from manufacturer at this time.
| CAUTION | Before installing, ensure lash adjuster is full of oil and plunger does not have more than .059" (1.49 mm) travel. Ensure piston is at bottom of stroke and camshaft lobe is on base circle. |
Measure camshaft bore I.D., journal O.D., oil clearance and lobe lift. Replace camshaft if measurements are not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
Measure balance bore I.D., journal O.D. and oil clearance. Replace balance shaft if measurements are not within specification. See BALANCE SHAFT table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.