1. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
2. Insert a thin rod or screwdriver into the spark plug hole until it bottoms out on the piston.
3. Mark the location of the rod or screwdriver on the engine case.
4. Remove the timing chain cover.
5. Locate the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
6. The two marks on the sprockets should be aligned with each other.
7. If the marks are not aligned, loosen the camshaft sprocket bolt and rotate the sprocket until the marks are aligned.
8. Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to securely tighten it so that the sprocket's marks align. Make sure it won't move any further.
9. Replace the timing chain cover.
10. Insert the spark plug and spark plug cap back into the ignition coil.
11. Start the engine and check the timing with a timing light.
* If the timing is correct, the timing light will flash when the piston is at top dead center (TDC).
* If the timing is not correct, adjust the camshaft sprocket until the timing light flashes when the piston is at TDC.
