Timing Cover: Service and Repair

2009 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair


ENGINE FRONT COVER REPLACEMENT

Special Tools
EN 46109 Guide Pin Set
EN-48383 Camshaft Retaining Tools
EN-48589 Crankshaft Rotational Socket

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the frame from the body with the engine and transmission. Follow steps 1-40 in Engine Replacement-Removal. Engine Replacement

2. Remove the lower intake manifold. Service and Repair

3. Remove the camshaft covers. Service and Repair

4. Remove the water outlet housing assembly.

5. Remove the drive belt tensioner. Service and Repair

6. Remove the water pump pulley. Service and Repair

7. Remove the power steering pump. Service and Repair

8. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Service and Repair

9. Remove the camshaft position sensors. Service and Repair

10. Remove the camshaft position actuator solenoid valves from the front cover. Service and Repair

11. Remove the generator. Service and Repair

Important: There are a total of 22 M8 bolts that must be removed and 3 optional M12 bolts that may need to be removed before the front cover will separate from the engine block.

12. Remove engine front cover. 15. Engine Front Cover Removal

Installation Procedure






1. Install the engine front cover. 126. Engine Front Cover Installation

2. Install the generator. Service and Repair

3. Install the camshaft position actuator solenoid valves to the front cover. Service and Repair

4. Install the camshaft position sensors. Service and Repair

5. Install the crankshaft balancer. Service and Repair

6. Install the power steering pump. Service and Repair

7. Install the water pump pulley. Service and Repair

8. Install the water outlet housing assembly.

9. Install the drive belt tensioner. Service and Repair

10. Install the camshaft covers. Service and Repair

11. Install the lower intake manifold. Service and Repair

12. Install the frame with the engine and transmission to the body.

13. Follow steps 15--53 in Engine Replacement-Installation. Engine Replacement
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.