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Engine Front Cover Removal

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  1. Remove the crankshaft position sensor bolt.
    Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor And Bolt
    G01643840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
  3. Remove the crankshaft position sensor seal, O-ring.
    Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor Seal, O-Ring
    G01643841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Discard the crankshaft position sensor seal, O-ring.
  5. Remove the engine front cover bolts.

    Important: 

    After the composite engine front cover is removed do not reinstall the engine front cover. Always install a NEW engine front cover.

  6. Remove the engine front cover.
    Fig 3: Removing Engine Front Cover
    G01643842Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Discard the engine front cover.