| Components |

| 1. Timing
chain 2. Timing chain guide |
3. Timing
chain arm 4. Timing chain auto tensioner |
Removal • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
Removal 1. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise, and align its groove with the timing mark of the timing chain cover.
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the driver crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") 3. Remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panel.
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the mode control actuator connector. 3. Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the defrost mode when connecting 12V to terminal 3 and grounding terminal 4.