Colorado 4WD L5-3.7L (2007)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
Engine Front Cover Replacement
Tools Required
J 44219 Cover Alignment Pins
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the water pump.
2. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
3. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
4. Remove the power steering pump.
5. Remove the oil pump pipe and screen assembly.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Remove the 7 mm center bolt (1).
8. Remove the remaining engine front cover bolts.
9. Install 2 bolts into the threaded holes to act as jack screws and tighten evenly to release the engine front cover from the engine block.
10. Remove the engine front cover.
11. Remove the 2 bolts from the jack screw holes.
12. Remove the oil pump, if necessary.
13. Clean and inspect the engine block sealing surface.
Installation Procedure
