Pulley bolt

[arctichotspur]

Hi community!

Im trying to fix a small oil leak and believe that the camshaft seals behind the 4th timing cover are the sinners.

I have followed a step-by-step guide and removed spark plugs, plug leads, disconnected distributor cable, removed water pump pulley and alternator belt etc. Next up was the crankshaft pulley. This is absolutely stuck. I have no chance to loosen this bolt.

Saw the trick with starter engine and loosening the bolt, but have not tried it yet. But if/when I try it, do I need to reconnect spark plugs etc except coil before turning the start key or is it ok to do it with all the things disconnected/removed as it is now?

[jimi]

Just turn it over, no need to reconnect plugs etc.

[arctichotspur]

Thanks Jimi. Worked as planned. Im changing the cam seals and cam belt. Anything else one should do as preventive maintenance since ive already taken belts and pulleys off?

Thanks!