How to install timing chain and tensioner?

2011 FORD F-150

150,000 MILES • 3.7L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

CHONKAA

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Need instructions to install timing chain and tensioner on the truck listed above.

Looking for step by step for reference so I don’t destroy my engine.

Apr 9, 2024 at 7:16 PM

BORIS K

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Hello,

Below are 2 links to timing chain replacement videos/guides.

https://youtu.be/OJIn2h10OAA?si=TWdD8hPUx4X1f5Qo
and
https://youtu.be/0Bs9yrm4c6E?si=_2imis-Ehxn9V7Nu

Special locking tools are illustrated in image below.

Hope these help.

Cheers, Boris

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Apr 10, 2024 at 3:09 AM