3-78 ENGINE
CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER
After removing the spring holder bolt and spring, unlock the
ratchet mechanism 1 and push in the push rod 2 all the way.
NOTE:
Before installing the cam chain tension adjuster, unlock the
ratchet mechanism 1 and move the push rod 2 in place to see
if it slides smoothly.
• Install a new gasket 3 and cam chain tension adjuster to the
cylinder block and tighten its mounting bolts to the specified
torque.
Cam chain tension adjuster bolt: 10 N·m
(1.0 kgf-m, 7.0 lb-ft)
• Install the new O-ring 4.
• Install the spring and pin 5.
• Tighten the spring holder bolt 6 to the specified torque.
Cam chain tension adjuster spring holder bolt:
8 N·m (0.8 kgf-m, 6.0 lb-ft)
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