Timing Cover (G2796547): Removal

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

CAUTION: Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must be sealed.

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.

Disconnect the 12V system.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Drain the engine oil.
Refer to: ENGINE OIL VACUUM DRAINING AND FILLING
Remove the crankshaft pulley.
Refer to: CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Remove the thermostat housing.
Refer to: THERMOSTAT HOUSING
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the accessory drive belt tensioner.
Remove the left valve cover.
Refer to: LEFT VALVE COVER
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Remove the idler pulley cover.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the idler pulley.
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- Remove the 4 bolts.
- Remove the 2 Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) actuators.
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- Remove the 5 bolts.
- Remove the upper timing cover.
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Remove the idler pulley cover.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the idler pulley.
Remove the right valve cover.
Refer to: RIGHT VALVE COVER
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- Remove the 4 bolts.
- Remove the 2 VCT actuators.
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- Remove the 5 bolts.
- Remove the upper timing cover.
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Release the brake vacuum pump pipe.
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- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the brake vacuum pump.
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- Remove the 12 bolts.
- Remove and discard the front cover.