How to set the camshaft timing properly?

2015 FORD EXPLORER
134,212 MILES • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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BLESSING EWOBOR
The vehicle water pump is bad, it has been replaced but I am having a problem in setting the Timing of the engine correctly. Please could I know the procedure to follow. I would be very grateful if you could be of help. I know that I disturb a lot.
Feb 16, 2024 at 12:40 PM
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2015 Ford Explorer there is to ignition timing to set?
Feb 16, 2024 at 4:29 PM
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Yes, I mean the timing of the cramkshaft to the crankshaft.
Feb 16, 2024 at 6:42 PM
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Sure, here are the timing chain marks for the camshaft and crankshaft. They look pretty straight forward with marks on the timing chain to align with the marks on the sprockets. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
Feb 17, 2024 at 9:50 AM
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anything?
May 11, 2024 at 11:23 AM
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