Removal

WARNING:
- DO NOT SMOKE OR CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR ANY FUEL-RELATED COMPONENTS. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE ALWAYS PRESENT AND CAN BE IGNITED, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
- FUEL IN THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable
2. Remove the valve covers.
3. Remove the radiator.
4. Disconnect the Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP sensor).
5. Remove the water pump.
6. Raise and support the vehicle.





7. Remove the bolts and position the power steering pump aside.

NOTE: Only three bolts are required to secure the power steering pump.





8. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
9. Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil.
10. Remove the crankshaft front seal.





11. Remove the bolts.
12. Lower the vehicle.





13. Remove the engine timing cover fasteners.





14. Remove the engine timing cover from the front cover to cylinder block dowels.