Hey,
I have a 2003 Jaguar x-type 2.5L V6 with a suspected head gasket issue (combustion gases in coolant system) and I wanted to see if I can get some insight into how to go about removing the timing cover and continue my progress. More specifically, how to go about doing it without removing the engine, if it’s even possible. I’ve see plenty of people remove the timing chains with the engine out and saying it’s difficult given the space, but nothing about anyone actually being successful. I guess what I’m looking for is any tips and a little encouragement? Haha

 

Hey, thank you

so I just removed everything today (wiring harness, valve cover, engine mount, etc.) and I’m at the actual timing cover and removal part now. I wanted to mark the timing marks before trying to take it off/unbolting the cover and from what I’ve read online I need to have the keyway at the 12 position to mark it properly? And tips ?

(p.s I’m not exactly sure how to drop that subframe but yes it’s really tight)