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 Camshaft adjustment sprocket intake

 Created by: minibobby
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Jan 29, 2020 04:12AM kenatminimania  
Jan 28, 2020 04:15PM minibobby  
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 Posted: Jan 29, 2020 04:12AM
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Originally Posted by minibobby
I would like to know the easiest way to replace my daughters 2010 mini Camden intake camshaft adjustment sprocket. The timing chain has already been replaced by a reputable repair shop and the recommended it be replaced also. We didn't have to money at the time. a year later and we are now having issues. I believe I can replace it, however I am wondering if I need to follow all the steps of a timing chain replacement, or could I just unbolt the old one, pull it out and put a new on it its place. any help would be welcome. 
The proper procedure for replacing the adjustable intake cam sprocket is similar to replacing the timing chain.

Lock flywheel with special tool
Lock cams with special tool
Remove chain tensioner
Remove upper slide rail
Remove intake cam sprocket

Install in reverse.

 Posted: Jan 28, 2020 04:15PM
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I would like to know the easiest way to replace my daughters 2010 mini Camden intake camshaft adjustment sprocket. The timing chain has already been replaced by a reputable repair shop and the recommended it be replaced also. We didn't have to money at the time. a year later and we are now having issues. I believe I can replace it, however I am wondering if I need to follow all the steps of a timing chain replacement, or could I just unbolt the old one, pull it out and put a new on it its place. any help would be welcome.