Lower Timing Cover (G1998105): Removal

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NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustration depending on the vehicle specification, but 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: JACKING .
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT .
Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Refer to: CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL .
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Remove the coolant pipe bracket.
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Remove the crankshaft position sensor (CKP).
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Remove the 2 dowel locating bolts.
CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the surrounding components.

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- Remove the remaining 14 bolts.
- Remove the lower timing chain cover.
CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the surrounding components.

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Use a suitable tool to position the dowels as shown in the illustration.
Use a suitable scraping tool to Make sure that all traces of the old sealant are removed from the mating faces.