73. Timing Chain and Sprocket Installation

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.



Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation





1. Install the crankshaft sprocket.
2. Apply prelube GM P/N United States 12345501, GM P/N Canada 992704 or the equivalent to the crankshaft sprocket thrust surface.





3. Install the timing chain dampener.

4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the timing chain dampener bolts.
^ Tighten the timing chain dampener bolt to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





5. Align the crankshaft timing mark (2) to the timing mark on the bottom of the timing chain dampener (1).
6. Hold the camshaft sprocket with the timing chain hanging down and install the timing chain to the crankshaft gear.
7. Align the timing mark on the camshaft gear (4) with the timing mark on top of the timing chain dampener (3).





8. Align the dowel in the camshaft with the dowel hole in the camshaft sprocket.
9. Draw the camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft using the mounting bolt.
10. Coat the crankshaft and camshaft sprocket with engine oil.
^ Tighten the bolt to 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.).