Engine Front Cover (G2046459): 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 .
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Remove the accessory drive belt idler pulleys.
CAUTION: Make sure that the special tool is correctly located.

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Install the special tool onto the crankshaft pulley.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
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Remove and discard the 4 crankshaft pulley retaining bolts.
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- Remove the crankshaft pulley special tool.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
- Remove the crankshaft pulley.
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- Remove the 12 bolts.
- Remove the engine front cover.