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Timing Chain Guide Replacement-Upper



Timing Chain Guide Replacement-Upper
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the camshaft cover.





2. Remove the upper timing chain guide bolts.
3. Remove the upper timing chain guide from the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the upper timing chain guide to the cylinder head.
2. Apply threadlock GM P/N 12345498 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the upper timing chain guide bolt threads.

3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the upper timing chain guide bolts.
Tighten the upper timing chain guide bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Install the camshaft cover.