GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L, or 3.6L 🢒 Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 902847 Size: SH
  1. Remove the spark plugs in order to ease crankshaft/engine rotation. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
  2. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .

    3. Important: If the entire camshaft timing system is not in Stage 2 ( Camshaft Timing Drive Chain Alignment Diagram ), mark the timing chain and sprockets in order to ensure proper reassembly.

  3. Remove the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Removal .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 902847 Size: SH
  1. Install the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Installation .
  2. Install the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
  3. Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .