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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 1.8L 🢒 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 621681 Size: SH
  1. Remove the 2 fasteners.
  2. Remove the 2 plastic retainers.
  3. Remove the engine cover (1) from the engine.

    4. Object Number: 607638 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid valve (2).
  5. Remove the fastener (5).
  6. Remove the CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) and the O-ring (3) from the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 607638 Size: SH
  1. Install a new O-ring (3) and the CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) into the cylinder head.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Secure the CMP actuator solenoid valve (2) with the fastener (5).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 7.5 N·m (66 lb in).

  3. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the solenoid valve.

    4. Object Number: 621681 Size: SH
  4. Install the engine cover (1).
  5. Secure the engine cover (1) with the 2 fasteners.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 8.8 N·m (77 lb in).

  6. Install the 2 plastic retainers.