I'm getting ready to replace the timing chaing at 240K miles.
The manual procedure describes removing the glow plugs.
I noticed the engine can be rotated smoothly enough with the plugs in (with 1/2" ratchet).....is there another reason to remove them for this job?

When connecting the new chain to the old one, using the master link with a clip would be nice....to keep the chain from following off during the rotation process. Since I have the tool (and no link with a clip), I was thinking of just partially pressing the link (that comes with the chain) on so it could be gently levered off with a screwdriver.

Any Thoughts?

Thanks for the advise.

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