Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.2L (L61) and 3.5L (L66)) .
- Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector.
- Loosen the clamp at the air cleaner assembly.
- Remove the push pin attachment from the outlet resonator/duct assembly to support bracket.
- Loosen the clamp at the throttle body assembly.
- Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) fresh vent hose at the cam cover.
- Remove the outlet resonator/duct assembly.
- Install the SA9105E setup for SUV application. See Special Tools . Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
- Remove the right hand mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side .
- Remove the right hand engine mount bracket.
- Jack the vehicle or raise on a hoist Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the right wheel and splash shield.
- Install the J 44811 .
- Remove the accessory drive belt.
- Remove the tensioner bolt.
- Remove the tensioner assembly.
- Install the J 38122-A .
- Remove the crankshaft balancer pulley bolt and pulley. Discard the pulley.
- Remove the front cover.
- Remove the lower water pump assembly bolt.
- Remove the front cover/oil pump assembly and gasket.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.
IMPORTANT:
To remove the tensioner bolt, an access hole has been provided through the inner and outer engine rail.
NOTE:
To avoid damage to the front cover assembly, do not pry against the cover.
IMPORTANT:
The crankshaft balancer pulley bolt head and washer assembly prevents oil leakage at the center of the pulley. Do not damage the sealing surfaces. If the pulley cannot be removed by pulling with your hand, use a 3-jaw puller.