LaCrosse V6-3.6L VIN 7 (2006)
Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Actuator Replacement - Bank 2 (Left Side) Exhaust
CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT - BANK 2 (LEFT SIDE) EXHAUST
Special Tools: EN 46108 Timing Chain Retention Tool
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the upper intake manifold with the lower intake manifold. See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Intake Manifold/Service and Repair
2. Remove the left bank camshaft cover. See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Cylinder Head Assembly/Valve Cover/Service and Repair
3. Remove the camshaft sensors. See: Camshaft Position Sensor/Service and Repair
4. Remove the camshaft position actuator solenoid. See: Variable Valve Timing Solenoid/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
Important: Rotate the crankshaft balancer in a clockwise rotation ONLY.
5. Rotate the crankshaft using the crankshaft balancer bolt until the camshafts are in a neutral (low tension) position. The camshaft flats will be
parallel with the camshaft cover rail (1).
Notice: A wrench must be used on the hex of the camshaft when loosening or tightening in order to prevent component damage. Failure to prevent
the torque reaction against the timing drive chain can lead to timing drive chain failure.
