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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump & Bolts
    GM1579118Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not remove the left bank idler sprocket.
  1. Remove the primary timing chain. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain and Sprockets Replacement .
  2. Remove the oil pump bolts and the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Removal .