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Front Cover: Removal

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove both valve covers. See VALVE COVERS . Remove radiator. Remove accessory drive belt. Remove water pump pulley. Raise and support vehicle. Remove power steering pump, and secure aside.
  2. Drain engine oil. Remove oil pan-to-front cover bolts. Remove crankshaft damper retaining bolt and washer. Lower vehicle.
  3. Remove idler belt pulley. Disconnect crankshaft position sensor and remove sensor. Remove front cover retaining bolts/studs in reverse order of tightening sequence. See Figure. Remove front cover and gasket.
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