cam chain auto tensioner question
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cam chain auto tensioner question
Is there another bolt on the s2k that you can use to remove the cam chain autotensioner? I would like to not have to drive to the hardware store to pick up a 5x.8 40mm long bolt just to compress this thing. Any help will be appreciated
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Originally Posted by thetz99,Aug 2 2007, 09:23 PM
It probably needs to be replaced anyways since your an 01
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I haven't even messed with it. I am just performing step 24 on page 6-29 for the head removal. Can I just take the whole unit off and not worry about compressing it? How much is the auto tensioner at the dealership?
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No there are no bolts that i know of in the car that will retract it. I had to go buy one. If your putting in a new one from honda you dont need to compress as it will come compressed when purchased, and to remove the old one you really dont have to compress it. I compressed mine and i didnt have to worry about dropping the pieces in the front of the motor, so i guess its just for peace of mind.
I used part of the wire portion of a bulldog paper clamp, just cut the correct length then bend one end up so you dont drop it.
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I found a picture, not sure if bulldog is actually the right name. lol
I used part of the wire portion of a bulldog paper clamp, just cut the correct length then bend one end up so you dont drop it.
Edit:
I found a picture, not sure if bulldog is actually the right name. lol
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yes go and get the bolt. If the spring lets loose and the tensioner comes apart then it is really hard to put back together.
Believe me i just did it like 2 weeks ago and it took me like an hour to put it back together and get it in.
Buy the bolt and follow the manual exactly, thats what I did and my engine fired right up with 0 problems./
Believe me i just did it like 2 weeks ago and it took me like an hour to put it back together and get it in.
Buy the bolt and follow the manual exactly, thats what I did and my engine fired right up with 0 problems./