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Timing Cover: Service and Repair



Engine Front Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (LY7, LZ4, LZ9 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LE5 Static Fill) .
2. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
3. Remove the oil pan.
4. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
5. Remove the crankshaft position actuator magnet.
6. Remove the thermostat housing.
7. Remove the water pump.
8. Remove the engine front cover bolts.
9. Remove the engine front cover.
10. Remove the engine front cover gasket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
2. Install the engine front cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

3. Add sealant to the bolts in the locations pointed out in the graphic. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
4. Install the engine front cover bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

5. Install the water pump.
6. Install the thermostat housing.
7. Install the crankshaft position actuator magnet.
8. Install the crankshaft balancer.
9. Install the oil pan.
10. Install the drive belt tensioner.
11. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (LY7, LZ4, LZ9 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LE5 Static Fill) .


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