Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Service and Repair

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.
The Torx Plus(R) design differs from typical Torx(R) fastener. Use of a standard TORX(R) bit on TORX Plus(R) fasteners may result in a rounded out fastener head, incorrect fastener torque or a damaged Torx Plus(R) bit. The Torx Plus(R) bit size is a T30


Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Remove the intake manifold cover.
2. Disconnect the camshaft position actuator magnet electrical connector (2).





3. Remove the camshaft position actuator magnet bolts.
4. Remove the camshaft position actuator magnet and O-ring seal.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the camshaft position actuator magnet O-ring seal and magnet.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the camshaft position actuator magnet bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).





3. Connect the camshaft position actuator magnet electrical connector (2)
4. Install the intake manifold cover.