Genuine 2001 Ford Ranger Variable Timing Sprocket

2001 Ford Ranger Variable Timing Sprocket Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and install Timing Chain and Variable Timing Sprocket in 4.0L SOHC V6 engine on 2001 Ford Ranger?

  A: This process is actually, somewhat elaborate and involves the use of specialized tools and in some circumstances the engine may have to be pulled out of the car. Before starting anything, it is always important to go through all the directions as well as collecting all the required materials. The rocker arms and the valve lash adjusters require to be undone if ever there would be some work to be done on the cylinder head, timing chains, and the jack shaft chains. Start with the removal of the engine then follow it by the removal of the rocker arms as well as the adjuster of the valve lash. Afterwards, remove the lower oil pan cover, oil pump pickup tube and crank case reinforcement section together as well as the front cover of the engine block. The engine features a jackshaft that synchronizes the camshaft timing chains and oil pump; the chains for the left and right cylinder bank camshafts are also featured. Take out the bolts from the chain tensioner and guide, and also the sprocket and chain of the jackshaft. If not already done take out the top cassette bolt, camshaft sprocket, the cross bolt at the lower part of the cassette and the cassetta chain and the jackshaft sprocket. Regarding the right camshaft chain, extract the big plug at the stop of the jackshaft and wait for a new one in order to replace it. Next you will want to unscrew the Torx bolt and a spacer that is a part of the unit, the cassette bolt, the chain, and the cassette itself. A suggestion for the car is to turn the crankshaft via the starter by hand prior to turning on the engine; the process should be carried out at least two rounds to feel for unusual tension that would signify an issue. Make certain that the number one piston is at the top dead center and the keyway of the crankshaft is horizontal. Replace the right camshaft timing chain cassette as well as its sprocket and funnel the excess chain over position 'A'. Replace the rear jackshaft sprocket bolt. Screw in the left camshaft chain and cassette after which all bolts should be tightened to the prescribed torque. Over the sprocket place the chain of the jackshaft, put it into the crankshaft sprocket, and fasten the sprocket of the jackshaft. Arrange jackshaft chain guide and tensioner and fasten the bolt in this situation adequately. Scrub down the outside of the engine block and front plate, put on a new gasket and the plate must be hammered and bolted on, again making certain all bolts are done tightly. The other stapes are just the reversal of the former removals and then starting the engine to see if there is leakage of either the oil or the coolant.