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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2009 🢒 XLR 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.6L (LH2) 🢒 Camshaft Cover Removal - Left Side

Special Tools

    • EN 46328 Camshaft Holding Tool
    • J 39946 Crankshaft Socket - 4.0L and 4.6L
        For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools

    Object Number: 928233 Size: SH
  1. Loosen the left camshaft position sensor bolts.
  2. Remove the left camshaft position sensors.

    3. Object Number: 928237 Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts connecting the left camshaft cover ground strap to the left cylinder head and to the left camshaft cover.
  4. Remove the left camshaft cover ground strap.

    5. Object Number: 928241 Size: SH
  5. Loosen the left camshaft cover bolts.
  6. Remove and discard the camshaft cover grommets and camshaft cover bolts if they are serviced with the grommet.
  7. Remove the left camshaft cover.
  8. Use the J 39946 socket on the nose of the crankshaft in order to align and install the EN 46328 tool on the rear of the left cylinder head camshafts.

    9. Object Number: 928338 Size: SH

    Warning: The camshaft holding tools must be installed on the camshafts to prevent camshaft rotation. When performing service to the valve train and/or timing components, valve spring pressure can cause the camshafts to rotate unexpectedly and can cause personal injury.

  9. Install the EN 46328 tool on the left cylinder head camshafts.