Upper Timing Cover (G2030666): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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 .

General Equipment: 2 post lift
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT .
Remove the engine cover.
Refer to: ENGINE COVER - INGENIUM I4 2.0L DIESEL .
Drain the coolant system.
Refer to: COOLING SYSTEM PARTIAL DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING .
Remove the left side secondary bulkhead panel.
Refer to: SECONDARY BULKHEAD LEFT PANEL - INGENIUM I4 2.0L PETROL .
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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- Release the 2 coolant pipes from the underside of the coolant separator.
- Release the coolant pipe from the left side of the oil separator.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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- Release the 2 coolant pipes from the right side of the coolant separator.
- Release the coolant pipe bracket from the upper timing cover assembly.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Remove the coolant separator.
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Remove the 3 clips and release the upper wiring harness from the support bracket.
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Remove the upper wiring harness support bracket.
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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the variable valve timing solenoids.
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Remove the variable valve timing wiring harness from the 3 clips.
CAUTION: Inspect the O-ring seals, install a new component if damaged.

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Remove the variable valve timing solenoids.
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Remove the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) pad.
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Remove the upper timing cover.
NOTE: Remove and discard the gasket.

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Remove the upper timing chain cover gasket.