2008 Scion Xa Hello You Give Timing Marks On Chain Procedure Replace Thanks

2008 SCION XA
63,543 MILES
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BERSYL671
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hello can you give me the timing marks on the timing chain and procedure to replace it. Thanks
Jan 8, 2013 at 7:51 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The timing chain is a non schedule replacement part and at 63k, it is way too early for it to require attention.
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Jan 8, 2013 at 2:49 PM
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BERSYL671
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yes it is too early but it overheated and i need to work on the head.
Jan 11, 2013 at 9:46 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Too bad.
Jan 22, 2013 at 1:42 PM
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BERSYL671
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yeah it is. anyways im working on a brake she now and removing the c washer is very difficult at times. is there a tool for that? if there is where may i get it? thanks
Jan 22, 2013 at 10:47 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The special tool I use is a screwdriver and a hammer.
Hold the screwdriver against both tips of the clip and use a hammer to punch the screwdriver. The clip would open itself up.
Jan 23, 2013 at 6:04 PM
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