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Timing Gear Cover: Removal

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  1. Drain cooling system and crankcase. Remove shroud and radiator. Remove drive belt. Using Fan Clutch Pulley Holder (T84T-6312-C) and Fan Clutch Nut Wrench (T93T-6312-B), remove fan and clutch assembly.
  2. Remove A/C compressor and position aside. Remove power steering pump and bracket and position aside. Remove crankshaft damper retaining bolt and washer. Using Vibration Damper Remover (T58P-6316-D), remove vibration damper.
  3. Remove timing gear cover and front oil pan bolts. Loosen first 6 bolts on each side of oil pan. Lightly push down oil pan to relieve pressure on timing gear cover. Remove timing gear cover and gasket.
NOTE: Always replace timing gear cover oil seal whenever timing gear cover is removed.