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Timing Chain Housing - Removal

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Tools Required: J 39579  Camshaft Gear Holder

  1. Remove the camshaft sprocket retaining bolts and washers. Use the J 39579  to hold the sprockets when removing the bolts.
  2. Remove the camshaft sprockets. The sprockets are interchangeable. No marking is required.
  3. Fig 1: Camshaft Sprockets
    G01777740Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the 4 oil pan bolts.
  5. Remove the timing chain housing to camshaft housing bolts.
  6. Remove the timing chain housing to block bolts.
  7. Remove the timing chain housing.
  8. Remove the timing chain housing gaskets.
    Fig 2: Timing Chain Housing Gaskets
    G01777741Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.