Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Removal (LUK)
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- Remove only the upper drive belt tensioner bolt (3).
- Remove the drive belt tensioner pivot bolt (2).
- Remove the accessory drive belt tensioner (1).
- Inspect the drive belt tensioner assembly (1). Replace the assembly if necessary, or if any of the following conditions exist:
- The tensioner spring lower shoulder bolt (4) shows wear or signs it has been removed or tampered with. This bolt should NEVER be removed when servicing.
- The drive belt tensioner pivot bolt (2) has thread or hex head wear and requires replacement. The drive belt tensioner assembly and bolts are always replaced at the same time.
- Remove the drive belt tensioner bracket bolts.
- Remove the drive belt tensioner bracket.
- Remove the engine front cover bolts.
- Remove the long water pump bolt.
- Remove the engine front cover and gaskets.
- Remove the crankshaft front cover oil seal with an appropriate tool.
NOTE:
DO NOT remove bolts from the drive belt tensioner assembly except for the two bolts (2, 3) that retain the assembly to the bracket. If the tensioner spring lower shoulder bolt is disturbed, the drive belt tensioner must be replaced as an assembly.