DPTOOL 3.6L Pentastar Timing Tool Kit for Jeep Chrysler Dodge VW 2011–2019 — cam phaser locks & crank pulley wrench

DPTOOL 3.6 Pentastar Timing Tool Kit is a complete, vehicle-specific set of camshaft phaser locks, chain holders and crankshaft tools for servicing 3.6L Pentastar V6 engines from 2011–2019.

This professional-grade kit gathers the specialized fixtures technicians need to lock cam phasers, hold camshafts, relieve timing chain tension and secure the crankshaft pulley while loosening or tightening fasteners. It was engineered for Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and select VW 3.6L VVT Pentastar engines and arrives in a fitted carrying case with an instruction sheet so you can work methodically and reduce the risk of timing-related errors.

Which vehicles and engines is this kit compatible with?

The DPTOOL kit fits many 3.6L Pentastar VVT engines produced between 2011 and 2019. It covers Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and some VW applications, including Grand Cherokee, Durango, Ram 1500, Wrangler JL and Gladiator models that use the Pentastar V6.

• Compatible with 3.6L VVT Pentastar engines from 2011–2019
• Fits Chrysler / Grand Cherokee / Durango / Ram 1500 / Wrangler JL / Gladiator
• Includes specific adapters for driver and passenger sides
• Not compatible with Pentastar VVL models produced after 2019

What tools are included and what do they do?

The kit bundles camshaft/phaser locks, timing chain holders, a camshaft holding tool, a crankshaft pulley wrench and a phaser locking pin so you have every fixture needed for timing service without improvising. Each tool matches OEM-equivalent part numbers to ensure fit and repeatable positioning.

• 10369A, 10200A‑1, 10200A‑2 timing chain holders — secure chain during work
• 10202A phaser locks — lock cam phasers in the correct timing position
• Camshaft tensioner locking pin & camshaft holding tool — prevent rotation when adjusting timing
• 10198A crankshaft pulley wrench — hold the harmonic damper while removing or torquing the bolt

How do I use this kit safely and avoid timing errors?

Follow the included instructions and vehicle service manual steps precisely: set the engine to the recommended TDC position, install the appropriate driver/passenger adapters, lock phasers and relieve tension before removing chains or components. Use the crankshaft holder when loosening the damper bolt to avoid crank movement.

• Always confirm TDC and port/mark alignment before removing parts
• Use 10200A‑1 and 10200A‑3 on the driver side, 10200A‑2 on the passenger side
• 2012+ models and some 2011 units require 10369A depending on bolt size
• Work per vehicle manufacturer torque specs and timing procedures

Are there fitment exceptions or special notes I should know?

The kit covers most Pentastar 3.6L VVT engines in the stated model years but has a few important exclusions and fit details. Verify your engine variant and check bolt dimensions where noted to determine whether 10369A is required.

• Not compatible with Pentastar VVL engines produced after 2019
• Only compatible with the VW Routan 3.6L — not other VW 3.6L variants
• If the front cover right-bank bolt head measures 13mm, 10369A is required
• Some 2011 models may also need 10369A depending on bolt size

Who is this for: This kit is built for professional mechanics, independent repair shops and experienced DIYers who service Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and select VW vehicles with the 3.6L Pentastar VVT engine. If you perform timing chain, camshaft phaser or front-end timing work and want the correct locking fixtures in one portable case, DPTOOL’s set saves time, reduces the risk of incorrect timing alignment and replaces the need to source multiple individual tools.