Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
- Align the primary timing marks (1) using the J 39946 .
- Remove the secondary camshaft drive chains. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side , and Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Left Side .
- Remove the primary drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Replacement .
- Remove the oil outlet tube bolts (1-5).
- Remove the oil outlet tube.
- Remove and discard the oil outlet tube O-ring.
- Clean and inspect the oil outlet tube.