Timing Cover - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect negative battery (1) cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove coolant pressure container.




4. Raise vehicle on hoist.
5. Remove lower splash shield retaining bolts (1) and splash shield (2).
6. Remove accessory drive belts Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.
7. Remove crankshaft vibration damper Vibration Damper - Removal.
8. Lower vehicle.




9. Remove timing chain cover bolts (3)&(4).
10. Remove timing chain cover (2).
11. Discard timing chain cover gasket (1). Remove front crankshaft oil seal from cover (2).