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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2006ALLURE CXSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 2 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.8L)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSOFF-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREMOVING ENGINE FRONT COVER
2006 Buick Allure CXS

Removing Engine Front Cover

2006 Buick Allure CXSSECTION Removing Engine Front Cover
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    Fig 1: Crankshaft Position Sensor Shield
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  1. Remove the crankshaft position sensor shield.
    2. Fig 2: Crankshaft Position Sensor
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  2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor studs.
  3. Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Engine Front Cover
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  4. Remove the engine front cover bolts and stud.
  5. Remove the engine front cover.
    6. Fig 4: Engine Front Cover Gasket
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  6. Remove the engine front cover gasket.
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