Replacement of timing drive components

2004 FORD EXPLORER
174,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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I removed the LH hydraulic chain tensioner easily and it is not going in smoothly the way it came out. I think the plastic guide is in the way and restricts the rest threading or screwing in place. What do you advice?
Mar 5, 2016 at 6:20 AM
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This is a big problem with Ford engines, hit the pin with some WD 40 and wait it out for a bit, then with a small butane torch heat the area around the pin this should help loosen the pin and free the rust.
Mar 11, 2016 at 8:22 PM
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Let me know how it goes
Mar 11, 2016 at 8:23 PM
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