Special Tools
EN-48589Crankshaft Rotation Socket
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Ensure the crankshaft sprocket is installed with the timingmark-(1) visible.
Install the crankshaft sprocket onto the nose of thecrankshaft.Align the notch in the crankshaft sprocket with the pin inthe crankshaft.Slide the crankshaft sprocket on the crankshaft nose untilthe crankshaft sprocket contacts the step in the crankshaft.
Ensure the crankshaft is in the stage one timing positionwith the crankshaft sprocket timing mark-(1) aligned tothe stage one timing mark on the oil pump cover-(2)using theEN-48589socket. Refer toTiming Chain Alignment Diagram.
Ball Joint Inspection Suspension Ball Joints
Special Tools J-8001 Dial Indicator SetNote:The vehicle must rest on a level surface.The vehicle must be stable. Do not rock the vehicle on the floor stands.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Clean and inspect the ball joint seal for cuts or tears. If the ball jo ...