30. Camshaft Removal

This article or image reflects the changes called out in TSB#05-06-01-027

Dated 09/16/05

For the following vehicles 2006 Buick Terraza,2006 Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, SS, Malibu Maxx, Monte Carlo, Uplander, 2006 Pontiac G6, Montana SV6 and 2006 Saturn Relay with 3.5 L or 3.9 L ( VIN's N, K, 1 & RPO's LZ4, LZE, And LZ9).


Notice: Use only a Torx Plus bit when removing or Installing Camshaft Position Actuator retention fasteners.



Camshaft Removal





1. Remove the camshaft position sensor bolt.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor.





3. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
4. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.





5. Notice: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.

Complete the following steps in order to remove the camshaft.
1. Install a camshaft sprocket bolt into the camshaft. Tighten finger tight only.
2. Carefully rotate and remove the camshaft from the engine block.