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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the front wheel RH.
  2. Remove the engine under cover RH.
  3. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  4. Remove the V-ribbed belt.
  5. Fig 1: View Of Crankshaft Pulley & Special Tool
    GM234153Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
  7. Using SST, hold the pulley in place and loosen the pulley bolt.
  8. Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Pulley & Pulley Bolt Removal
    GM2150521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Using SST, remove the crankshaft pulley and pulley bolt.
  10. Remove the timing chain cover oil seal.
  11. Using a knife, cut off the lip of the oil seal.
  12. Fig 3: View Of Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
    GM2016847Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: After removing, check the crankshaft for nicks or burrs. Smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
  13. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with tape, pry out the oil seal.