Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the spark plugs in order to ease crankshaft/engine rotation. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
- Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .
- Remove the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Removal .
IMPORTANT:
If the entire camshaft timing system is not in Stage 2 (Camshaft Timing Drive Chain Alignment Diagram
), mark the timing chain and sprockets in order to ensure proper reassembly.