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How do you fit Mercedes-Benz 308d timing chain?

Tools Required

- Mercedes OM617 Timing Chain Replacement Tool Kit

- Mercedes OM617 Camshaft Lock

- Mercedes OM617 Crankshaft Lock

- Mercedes OM617 TDC Indicator

- Mercedes OM617 Timing Cover Gasket

- Mercedes OM617 Timing Chain

- Mercedes OM617 Timing Chain Guide

- Mercedes OM617 Timing Chain Tensioner

- Mercedes OM617 Crankshaft Seal

- Mercedes OM617 Camshaft Seal

- Mercedes OM617 Oil Pan Gasket

- Mercedes OM617 Oil Filter

- Mercedes OM617 Engine Oil

Instructions

1. Remove the valve cover.

- Remove the 17 bolts that hold the valve cover in place.

- Loosen the valve cover using a pry bar.

- Remove the valve cover from the head.

- Inspect the valve cover gasket for damage and replace it if necessary.

2. Remove the timing cover.

- Remove the 13 bolts that hold the timing cover in place.

- Remove the timing cover from the head.

- Inspect the timing cover gasket for damage and replace it if necessary.

3. Remove the camshaft and crankshaft locks.

- Remove the 13 bolts that hold the camshaft lock in place.

- Remove the camshaft lock from the head.

- Remove the 2 bolts that hold the crankshaft lock in place.

- Remove the crankshaft lock from the block.

4. Remove the timing chain.

- Remove the 2 bolts that hold the timing chain tensioner in place.

- Remove the timing chain tensioner from the head.

- Slide the timing chain off the sprockets.

- Inspect the timing chain for damage and replace it if necessary.

5. Install the new timing chain.

- Slide the new timing chain onto the sprockets.

- Install the timing chain tensioner and tighten the bolts to 25 Nm.

- Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the TDC indicator is aligned with the mark on the oil pump housing.

- Install the camshaft lock and tighten the bolts to 20 Nm.

- Install the crankshaft lock and tighten the bolts to 20 Nm.

6. Install the timing cover.

- Apply a thin coat of sealant to the new timing cover gasket.

- Install the timing cover and tighten the bolts to 10 Nm.

7. Install the valve cover.

- Apply a thin coat of sealant to the new valve cover gasket.

- Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts to 10 Nm.

8. Remove the camshaft and crankshaft locks.

- Remove the 13 bolts that hold the camshaft lock in place.

- Remove the camshaft lock from the head.

- Remove the 2 bolts that hold the crankshaft lock in place.

- Remove the crankshaft lock from the block.

9. Install the oil pan.

- Apply a thin coat of sealant to the new oil pan gasket.

- Install the oil pan and tighten the bolts to 15 Nm.

10. Add engine oil to the engine.

- Add engine oil to the engine until the oil level is between the "Add" and "Full" marks on the dipstick.

11. Start the engine and check for leaks.

- Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.

- Check for leaks from the timing cover, valve cover, oil pan, and camshaft and crankshaft seals.

12. Enjoy your newly timed Mercedes-Benz 308d!