Cutlass Ciera Cruiser L4-151 2.5L (1985)
Technical Service Bulletin # 88T876A3
Date: 880701
Engine - Revised Cam Gear ServiceReplacement Procedure
SUBJECT:
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE - REVISED CAM GEAR REPLACEMENT SERVICE PROCEDURE (NEW PROCEDURE)
1982-88 CUTLASS CIERA AND 1985-88
MODELS/YEARS:
CALAIS MODELS EQUIPPED WITH
2.5L ENGINE (VIN CODE R AND U)
NUMBER:
88-T-87
CORP. REF. NO.: 836113R
DATE:
July 1988
SECTION:
6A3
This bulletin supersedes current and past service manual procedures. This bulletin also supersedes the December 1986 Service Guild article on this
subject.
Revised service procedures have been developed for replacement of camshaft timing gears. The revised procedures do not require the complete removal
of the engine from the vehicle. Cam gear replacement is generally accomplished by partially lowering the engine/frame assembly to gain access to the
cam gear.
This bulletin contains two separate and complete procedures for servicing cam gears on subject models.
NOTICE:
See appropriate service manual section for fastener torque specifications.
Cutlass Ciera Service Procedure
Tools Required:
J 28467-A
Engine Support Fixture
J 24420-B
Cam Gear Removal Tool
J 25033-B or
Cam Gear Installation Tool
BT-7005A
J 34995
Crankshaft Front Cover Oil Seal Installer
J 8001
Universal Dial Indicator with Magnetic Base
Remove or Disconnect
1.
Negative battery cable.
2.
Drain coolant.
3.
Belt tensioner and belt, or drive belts as applicable.
4.
Upper engine torque strut.
5.
Timing pointer plate (as applicable).
6.
Both forward hood bumpers.
7.
Install engine support fixture - J 28467-A per service manual.
8.
Raise vehicle.
9.
Both front wheels.
10.
Drain engine oil (remove oil filter).
11.
Steering shaft pinch bolt at steering gear.
12.
Right front lower ball joint.
13.
Right front brake line-to-body bracket.
14.
Right front wheelhouse engine splash shield.
