Specifications

4M41 ENGINE -
Timing Gear and Balance Shaft
11B-19-6
INSPECTION
1. TIMING CHAIN
(1) Aligning the stamped lines
L
on the adjusting plate
D
and nut
E
, set the camshaft sprocket
2
in position.
(2) Push the tension lever
5
by hand to take up the slack
of the timing chain
3
. Measure the minimum clearance
K
between the chain spans facing each other. If the
reading deviates from th e specified limit, replace t h e timing
chain.
Standard value: 16.5 mm
Limit: 9 mm
2. TENSION LEVER AND TENSION LEVER SHAFT
(1) Replace the tensioner lever
5
if it shows any cracks or
flakes on the surface
A
that makes sliding contact with
the timing chain an d the tensioner contact surface
B
.
(2) If the tensioner lever
5
to tension lever shaft
6
clearance
exceeds the specified limit, replace the defective part.
Standard value: 0.06 - 0.18 mm
Limit: 0.3 mm
3. GUIDE PLATE
Replace the guide plate
10
if it shows any cracks or
flakes on the surface
A
that makes sliding contact with
the timing chain.
PWEE9409-D
E
Feb. 2000Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Added
2
3
5
D
L
E
K
A
5
B
5
6
A
10