Impala V6-3.9L (2007)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
Engine Front Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE
47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill)
Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).
2. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
3. Remove the oil pan.
4. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
5. Remove the crankshaft position actuator magnet.
6. Remove the thermostat housing.
7. Remove the water pump.
8. Remove the engine front cover bolts.
9. Remove the engine front cover.
10. Remove the engine front cover gasket.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
2. Install the engine front cover.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
3. Install the engine front cover bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 257 N.m (18 lb ft).
4. Install the water pump.
5. Install the thermostat housing.
