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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 28509-A Sprocket Remover

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Cable in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the air intake duct from the throttle body.
  3. Remove the grille from the vehicle. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  4. Remove the radiator assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  5. Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement in HVAC.
  6. Remove the upper intake manifold from the engine block. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  7. Remove the lower intake manifold from the engine block. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  8. Remove the valve rocker arm covers from the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement .
  9. Remove the valve rocker arms from the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  10. Remove the valve push rods from the engine block. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .

  11. Object Number: 173176  Size: SH
  12. Remove the valve lifters from the engine block.
  13. Remove the crankshaft balancer from the crankshaft. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  14. Remove the water pump from the engine block. Refer to Water Pump Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  15. Remove the engine front cover from the engine block. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .
  16. Remove the crankshaft position reluctor ring from the crankshaft. Refer to Crankshaft Position Sensor Reluctor Ring Replacement .
  17. Remove the timing chain and sprockets from the engine block. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement .

  18. Object Number: 65848  Size: SH
  19. Use the J 28509-A to remove the camshaft sprocket.

  20. Object Number: 193223  Size: SH
  21. Remove the camshaft retainer bolt and retainer from the engine block.
  22. Install three 5/16 18 bolts 4 to 5 inches long into the camshaft threaded bolt holes. Use these bolts as a handle for the camshaft removal.
  23. Pull the camshaft from the engine block. Use care as not to damage the camshaft bearing. Refer to Camshaft Removal .
  24. Remove the three 5/16 18 bolts from the camshaft.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 22101 Seal Installer

  1. Install the three 5/16 18 bolts 4 to 5 inches long into the camshaft threaded bolt holes. Use these bolts as a handle to install the camshaft in the engine block.
  2. Coat the camshaft lobes and journals with engine oil supplement GM P/N 1052367 before installing the camshaft into the cylinder block.

  3. Object Number: 66262  Size: SH
  4. Install the camshaft into the engine block. Refer to Camshaft Installation in Engine Mechancial.
  5. Remove the three 5/16 18 bolts from the camshaft.

  6. Object Number: 193223  Size: SH

    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.

  7. Install the camshaft retainer and bolts in the engine block.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 65850  Size: SH
  9. Use the J 22101 to install the crankshaft sprocket.
  10. Install the timing chain and camshaft sprocket to the camshaft. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation .
  11. Install the camshaft sprocket bolts to the camshaft.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  13. Install the crankshaft position reluctor ring on the crankshaft. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement .
  14. Install the engine front cover to the engine block. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .
  15. Install the water pump to the engine block. Refer to Water Pump Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  16. Install the crankshaft balancer to the crankshaft. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  17. Install the valve lifters to the engine block. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .
  18. Install the push rods into the engine block. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  19. Install the valve rocker arms to the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  20. Install the lower intake manifold to the engine block. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  21. Install the upper intake manifold to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  22. Install the valve rocker arm covers to the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement .
  23. Install the air cleaner duct to the throttle body.
  24. Install the radiator in the vehicle. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  25. Install the air conditioning condenser to the vehicle. Refer to Condenser Replacement in HVAC.
  26. Install the grille on the vehicle. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  27. Install the drive belt on the drive pulleys. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  28. Connect the battery negative cables to the battery. Refer to Battery Cable in Engine Electrical.