1998 JAGUAR X308 Workshop Manual

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
 
 
1. Fit the new sealing ring (scarf jointed) to the carrier bush groove. 
2. Fit a new O-ring to the carrier oil-way. 
 
22.  NOTE: Lubricate the seal (s carf jointed) and the bush. 
Fit the VVT

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Engine - Primary Timing Chain LH4.0L SC V8 - AJ26/3.2L NA V8 - AJ26, 
3.2L/4.0L 
In-vehicle Repair 
Removal 
Special Tool(s)
 
Camshaft setting 
303-530 
 
Timing chain tensioning 
303-532 
 
Wedges,

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position sensor to the flywheel housing. 
Remove the sensor and allow it to hang free under the 
engine.  
2. Remove the access grommet (for torque converter  bolts) from the housing. 
7.  Instal

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14. Loosen the bolt which secures the sprocket to the intake 
camshaft. 
 
15.  Remove the primary ch ain tensioner bolts. 
 
16. Remove the tensioner assembly. 
1. Remove the tensioner. 
2. Remov

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18. Remove the chain from the cams haft sprocket and from the 
crankshaft sprocket. 
 
19.  Remove the camshaft locking tool 303-530 and transfer it to 
Bank 2 camshafts, aligning the shafts slightl

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Installation 
 
 
23. Remove the tensioner assembly. 
1. Remove the tensioner. 
2. Remove the tensioner back-plate. 
 
24. Remove the chain tensioner blade. 
1. Remove the pivot bolt which secures the

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camshaft sprocket, Bank 2. 
Reposition the sprocket to the most advantageous position for use of the tool.  
Remove the tool.  
 
2. Install the primary timi ng chain, Bank 2. 
1. Install the

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2. Whilst applying the opposing force to the sprocket and chain, tighten the sprock et securing bolt to 115-
125 Nm. 
 
6.  Tighten the intake camshaft  sprocket securing bolt. 
1. Whilst still appl