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03-23-2015, 03:27 PM

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lock tool required?

While doing a timing belt on the 2.7t can I use just the cam locking bar or do I need to also use the locking tool to lock the crankshaft. Ive read many post for DIY and none of them mention it. I thank you in advance for your response(s).

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03-23-2015, 04:13 PM

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I've done it both ways. I only lock the crank if I'm unbolting the bottom gear to change the front seal. But ALWAYS use the cam tool, and pop the gears off of the cams.

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03-23-2015, 07:20 PM

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I've done it both ways. I only lock the crank if I'm unbolting the bottom gear to change the front seal. But ALWAYS use the cam tool, and pop the gears off of the cams.

Ok great thank you.

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