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Tensioner removal
Posted by Chris (more from Chris) on Fri, 3 Sep 2004 06:39:47
In Reply to: Re: Timing Tensioner nut sizes, SAABDEEP, Thu, 2 Sep 2004 22:16:12
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Just did head gasket which required removing the tensioner.
I used a 27mm standard socket with a universal joint and probably 4" extension (all 1/2" drive). Standard 27mm would not seat down all the way with the plug bolt still in the tensioner. At first I was afraid to remove the tensioner plug bolt (13mm?) but since I did not have a deep socket (not that a deep socket would fit reaching through the torque arm mount) I finally bit the bullet and carefully removed the plug bolt, spring, and plastic guide pin. After that, the 27mm fit just fine. Tensioner came out no problem.
To install, you cock the tensioner and fit it in the block. Then install the guide pin and spring. Then install the plug. This will tension the chain. If you are doint this with the engine in the car, be very careful not to drop these itty bits or else you'll look for them for hours. Ask me how I know.
Remember, if you do it right the first time, you don't really learn anything.
-Chris
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