Auxiliary Shaft: Service and Repair

1. Remove distributor as outlined in "Electrical" section.
2. Remove oil pump assembly as outlined under "Oil Pump, Replace."
3. Remove intermediate shaft sprocket and seal as outlined under "Timing Belt, Replace."
4. Remove retainer plate attaching screws.
5. Remove retainer.
6. Remove intermediate shaft.
7. Remove intermediate shaft front bushing using tool No. C-4697-2, or equivalent.
8. Remove intermediate shaft rear bushing using tool No. C-4686-2, or equivalent.

Intermediate Shaft Journal Specifications:

9. Measure intermediate shaft and replace if not within specifications shown.
10. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Install rear intermediate shaft bushing using tool No. C-4686-1, or equivalent, until tool is flush with block.
b. Install front intermediate shaft bushing using tool No. C-4697-1, or equivalent, until tool is flush with block.
c. Lubricate distributor drive gear when installing.

Intermediate Shaft Retainer Seal:

d. Apply Form-In-Place or equivalent gasket material as shown, and install intermediate shaft retainer.
e. Refer to "Timing Belt, Replace" for timing of intermediate shaft.