Grand Vitara LTD JLX 4WD V6-2.5L (2000)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
On Vehicle Service
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Drain engine oil.
3. Drain coolant.
4. Remove throttle body and intake manifold.
5. Remove cylinder head covers.
6. Remove cooling fan, fan clutch and water pump pulley.
7. Remove radiator.
8. Remove thermostat cap.
9. Remove P/S pump (A/C compressor) drive belt.
10. Remove water pump drive belt.
11. Remove P/S pump and P/S pump bracket.
12. Raise vehicle.
13. Remove oil pan.
14. Remove crankshaft pulley bolt.
To lock crankshaft pulley, use special tool (camshaft pulley holder) as shown in figure.
Special Tool
(A): 09917-68221
CAUTION: Be sure to use the following bolt for fixing special tool to crankshaft pulley.
15. Remove crankshaft pulley.
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.
