Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual — part 383

32 . Install the crankshaft sprocket.

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CAUTION: Make sure the timing chain slack is on the tensioned side of the timing

chain.

Install the left-hand primary timing chain.

Install the primary chain over the crankshaft sprocket and the intake

sprocket.

34 . Install the left-hand primary timing chain tensioner guide.

Tighten to 12 Nm.

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CAUTION: Use suitable protective covers on the vice jaws to protect the timing

chain tensioner.

Secure the left-hand timing chain tensioner in the vice jaws.

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CAUTION: During timing chain tensioner compression, do not release the ratchet

stem until the timing chain tensioner piston is fully bottomed in its bore or damage to the

ratchet stem will result.

Using a suitable tool, hold the left-hand timing chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away

from the ratchet stem.

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NOTE:

The timing chain tensioner piston should retract with minimal force. If binding occurs,

reposition the timing chain tensioner to eliminate side loading.

Slowly compress the left-hand timing chain tensioner.

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NOTE:

The retaining tool must remain in the timing chain tensioner until the timing chain

tensioner is installed to the engine with the piston bottomed in the bore.

Using a suitable tool, retain the left-hand timing chain tensioner piston.

39 . Install the left-hand primary timing chain tensioner assembly.

Tighten to 12 Nm.

40 . Release the tension in the left-hand timing chain tensioner.

Remove the retaining tool.

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CAUTION: While applying the opposing force to sprocket and chain, tighten the

sprocket bolt.

Using the special tool apply force to the tool in an anti-clockwise direction to tension the

primary timing chain on its drive side.

Tighten to 120 Nm.

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CAUTION: While applying the opposing force to sprocket and chain, tighten the

sprocket bolt.

Using the special tool apply force to the tool in an anti-clockwise direction.

Tighten to 120 Nm.

43 . Install the right-hand primary timing chain guide.

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