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

Removal Procedure

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

    4. Object Number: 607632 Size: SH
  4. Remove the oil filter plug (4) of the camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid from the cylinder head (3).

    5. Object Number: 644384 Size: SH
  5. Remove the oil filter (2) from the oil filter plug.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 644384 Size: SH
  1. Install the oil filter (2) into the oil filter plug of the CMP actuator solenoid.

    2. Object Number: 607632 Size: SH
  2. Install the oil filter plug  (4) with a new O-ring (1) into the cylinder head (3).

    3. 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.

  3. Tighten the oil filter plug.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the plug to 21 N·m (15 lb ft).


    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 2 fasteners to 8.8 N·m (77 lb in).

  6. Install the 2 plastic retainers.