Engine Front Cover (G1868093): Removal

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NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Disconnect the 12 V system.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Drain the engine oil.
Refer to: ENGINE OIL VACUUM DRAINING AND FILLING
Remove the accessory drive belt.
Refer to: ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT
Remove the charge air cooler.
Refer to: CHARGE AIR COOLER
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1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Release the 2 wiring harness clips.
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1. Release the wiring harness clip.
2. Remove the charge air cooler mounting bracket nuts.
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Remove the charge air cooler mounting bracket.
CAUTION: Make sure that the special tool is correctly located.

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1. Install the special tool as illustrated.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
CAUTION: Discard bolts.

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Remove the crankshaft pulley bolts.
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1. Remove the special tool.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
2. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
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Remove the accessory drive belt idler pulley.
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Remove the accessory drive belt idler pulley.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.

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Remove the engine front cover.