Grand Vitara 2WD V6-2.7L (2006)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
Timing Chain Cover Removal and Installation
Removal
1) Remove engine assembly from vehicle.
2) Remove electric throttle body assembly with intake collector and intake manifold.
3) Remove cylinder head covers.
4) Remove P/S pump and A/C compressor (if equipped) drive belt, referring to P/S Pump and A/C Compressor (If Equipped) Drive Belt Removal
and Installation.
5) Remove water pump and generator drive belt.
6) Remove water pump pulley.
7) Remove thermostat cap.
8) Remove P/S pump bracket.
9) Remove oil pans.
10) Remove crankshaft pulley bolt (1). To lock crankshaft pulley, use special tool (camshaft pulley holder) as shown in figure.
Special Tool
(A): 09917-68221
NOTE:
Be sure to use the following bolt for fixing special tool to crankshaft pulley.
Bolt size: M8, P1.25 L = 45 mm
Strength: 7T
11) Remove crankshaft pulley (1). If it is hard to remove, use special tools (Steering wheel remover, Bearing puller attachment) as shown in figure.
If bolts of steering wheel remover are too long, replace them with those of suitable length.
Special Tool
(A): 09944-36011
(B): 09926-58010