Century V6-3100 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Front Engine Plate: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant from the cooling system.
3. Drain the engine oil.
4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.
5. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
6. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
7. Remove the power steering pump with the lines. Reposition the power steering pump.
8. Disconnect the thermostat bypass pipe from the engine front cover.
9. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the coolant pump.
10. Remove the coolant pump pulley.
11. Remove the lower crankshaft position sensor wiring harness bracket from the engine front cover.
12. Remove the engine front cover bolts (1, 2 and 3).
13. Remove the engine front cover.
