How to Align the Timing Chain Marks on a Kia Forte?

[JackMarie]

The steps to align the timing chain marks on a Kia Forte are: 1. Align the timing mark of the crankshaft sprocket with the upper surface of the cylinder head, then install the chain tensioner arm; 2. Rotate the crankshaft to align the car's transmission and flywheel; 3. Rotate the camshaft to align the mark on the camshaft timing gear with the bottom of the valve chamber; 4. Align the rectangular protrusion on the drive end of the engine oil pump shaft with the direction of the crankshaft; 5. Insert the distributor assembly into the mounting hole and align the distributor rotor with the mark on the housing; 6. Cover the distributor cap, then connect the spark plug wires and various internal components; 7. Install the timing chain. The Forte is a compact sedan produced by Dongfeng Yueda Kia, equipped with a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine delivering a maximum horsepower of 123 hp, paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.