Grand Prix V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Starting and Charging.
2. Drain the engine coolant from the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Drain the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement.
4. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.
5. Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement.
6. Remove the power steering pump with lines. Move the power steering pump aside. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (3.1L) in Power
Steering.
7. Disconnect the thermostat bypass pipe from the engine front cover. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement in Cooling System.
8. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the coolant pump. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet in Cooling System.
9. Remove the coolant pump pulley. Refer to Water Pump Replacement in Cooling System.
10. Remove the crankshaft position sensor wiring harness bracket from the engine front cover.
11. Remove the engine front cover bolts (1, 2 and 3).
12. Remove the engine front cover.