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Home >> Cadillac >> 2006 >> STS Base, 3.6 7, RWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different variant/trim >> Section 4 (Engine Mechanical - 4.6L (LH2) - 1 Of 5) >> On-Vehicle Repair Instructions (Part 1) >> Primary Camshaft Drive Chain and Sprockets Replacement >> Removal Procedure

Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Primary Timing Gear Alignment Marks
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  2. Align the primary timing marks (1) using the J 39946  .
  3. Remove the secondary camshaft drive chains. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side  and Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Left Side .
  4. Remove the primary drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Replacement .
    5. Fig 2: View Of Oil Outlet Tube Bolts
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  5. Remove the oil outlet tube (4).
    6. Fig 3: View Of Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Guide
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  6. Remove the primary camshaft drive chain guide bolts and guide.
    7. Fig 4: View Of Camshaft Intermediate Sprocket Retaining Bolt
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  7. Remove the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt.
    8. Fig 5: View Of Primary Camshaft Drive Chain, Intermediate Drive Shaft Sprocket & Crankshaft Sprocket
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  8. Remove the following as an assembly:
    • The primary camshaft drive chain (3)
    • The crankshaft sprocket
    • The camshaft intermediate sprocket
  9. Clean and inspect the camshaft timing drive components. Refer to Camshaft Timing Drive Components Cleaning and Inspection .
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