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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the spark plugs in order to ease crankshaft/engine rotation. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
  2. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .
  3. Fig 1: Location Of Left Bank Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner
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  4. Remove the left bank secondary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Removal - Left .