Timing Cover - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Drain cooling system.Service and Repair
3. Raise vehicle on hoist.
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Remove right wheel and inner splash shield (3).




6. Remove oil pan.Engine Oil Pan - Removal
7. Remove oil pick-up tube (2).




8. Remove accessory drive belt (1).Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.




9. Remove A/C compressor (1) with lines attached and set aside.
10. Remove crankshaft vibration damper.Vibration Damper - Removal
11. Remove radiator lower hose.
12. Remove heater hose from timing chain cover housing or water pump inlet tube (if engine oil cooler equipped).
13. Remove the right side engine mount.Engine Mount - Removal
14. Remove camshaft position sensor from timing chain cover.
15. Remove the water pump for cover removal clearance.Water Pump - Removal
16. Remove the timing chain cover fasteners. Remove timing chain cover.