Ok, I got the timing chain tensioner out. Now, how do I create slack in the timing chain so that I can get the water pump out?

The "How To" said to turn the crank shaft. What does that mean and where is the crankshaft to turn?

Thanks

 

Instead of creating 2 threads for the same thing reply to the other one that you started; which i replied to BTW.

 

Actually, your advice about the allen key was incorrect. I got the tensioner out, but it had nothing to do with a pivot bolt.

This question has nothing to do with the tensioner. I'm wanting to create slack in the chain by turning the crankshaft, but I don't know how to do that. The tensioner is out of the way, I just need to know how to turn the crank shaft to remove tension from around the water pump.

Thanks

 

Put a socket wrench on the bolt and turn it slightly to create slack in the timing chain so you can remove the pump. You can access the bolt from inside the right front fender. You'll need to remove a small section of the inner splash shield.

 

Get a haynes manual.

 

I thought you were removing the whole tensioner arm/chain guide assembly. My bad.