Riviera V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1995)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Remove the torque axis mount.
2. Remove the torque axis mount bracket.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the drive belt idler pulley. Remove the pulley bracket.
5. Remove the drive belt tensioner assembly.
6. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
7. Remove the crankshaft sensor shield.
8. Remove the crankshaft sensor.
9. Remove the oil pan to the front cover bolts.
10. Remove the front cover attaching bolts.
11. Remove the front cover.
12. Inspect the timing chain for overall in and out movement. Movement should not exceed 25 mm (1 inch).
13. Inspect the sprockets for wear.
14. Clean the gasket mating surfaces at the timing chain cover, and cylinder block.
15. If the oil pan gasket is excessively swollen, the oil pan must be removed and the gasket replaced.
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 36660 Torque Angle Meter, or equivalent.
