2007 Jeep Wrangler Camshaft, Timing Chain, Timing Cover, Cam Gear

Cam Gear, Camshaft, Timing Chain, Timing Cover Installation and Repair Tips for 2007 Jeep Wrangler

• Q: How to Remove the Timing Cover on 2007 Jeep Wrangler?

  A: To remove the timing cover, release the fuel pressure, disconnect the battery, drain the cooling system and remove the air cleaner assembly. Then, remove the accessory drive belt, generator, oil level indicator tube and the oil pan. Finally, remove the power steering pump, lower radiator hose and timing chain cover.
• Q: How to Service and Repair Cam Gear and Timing Chain on 2007 Jeep Wrangler?

  A: The first step to fixing the timing chain is to remove the negative battery cable and remove the timing chain cover. Turn the crankshaft until the timing marks are in alignment, then loosen the sprocket bolt of the camshaft and the sprocket and disconnect the timing chain. Finally, remove crankshaft sprocket.
• Q: How to Safely Extract the Camshaft from an Engine on 2007 Jeep Wrangler?

  A: To remove the camshaft, first remove your radiator, cooling fans and cylinder heads. Remove the timing chain/camshaft sprocket, yoke retainer and hydraulic lifters, taking note of their location. Finally, remove the camshaft thrust plate and carefully remove the camshaft with the help of a long bolt without damaging the bearings.
• Q: How to Service and Repair a Timing Chain on 2007 Jeep Wrangler?

  A: To service the timing chain, release fuel pressure, disconnect the battery, and empty the cooling system. Take off the air cleaner, accessory drive belt, generator, oil level tube and oil pan. Detach the power steering pump, disconnect the radiator hose and remove the crankshaft damper and camshaft position sensor to remove the timing chain cover.