Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the spark plugs in order to ease crankshaft/engine rotation. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
- Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .
- Remove the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Removal .
IMPORTANT:
If the entire camshaft timing system is not in Stage 2, Camshaft Timing Drive Chain Alignment Diagram
, mark the timing chain and sprockets in order to ensure proper reassembly.