Timing Chain Housing - Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Tools Required: J 39579 Camshaft Gear Holder
- Remove the camshaft sprocket retaining bolts and washers. Use the J 39579 to hold the sprockets when removing the bolts.
- Remove the camshaft sprockets. The sprockets are interchangeable. No marking is required.
- Remove the 4 oil pan bolts.
- Remove the timing chain housing to camshaft housing bolts.
- Remove the timing chain housing to block bolts.
- Remove the timing chain housing.
- Remove the timing chain housing gaskets.