NOTE:
To avoid mixing the timing chain assembly component parts, separate each part after their removal.
1. Remove the chain cover. 
2. Using ST, align the position of the crank gear key at the 3 o’clock position as shown in the figure.
| ST 18252AA000 | CRANKSHAFT SOCKET |
3. Remove the chain tensioner (RH).
NOTE:
When removing chain tensioner (RH), hold the plunger by hand so that it does not come flying out.
4. Remove the chain tensioner lever (RH).
5. Remove the chain guide (RH).
6. Remove the chain guide (RH: between cams).
7. Remove the timing chain (RH).
8. Remove the chain tensioner (LH).
NOTE:
When removing chain tensioner (LH), hold the plunger by hand so that it does not come flying out.
9. Remove the chain tensioner lever (LH).
10. Remove the chain guide (LH).
11. Remove the chain guide (LH: between cams).
12. Remove the timing chain (LH).