Removal Procedure
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.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
- Remove the generator.
- Remove the power steering pump. Position the pump aside. Keep the lines attached.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
- Remove the crankshaft pulley and hub. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer & Hub Replacement .
- Remove the engine front cover bolts.
- Remove the engine front cover. If necessary, carefully use a rubber mallet to loosen the cover.
- Clean the sealing surface on the engine block.
- Clean the sealing surface on the engine front cover.