How to properly install a timing belt,Timing Cover and Timing Sprocket in 3.2L V6 engine on Cadillac CTS?

First of all, unplug the negative cable and unbolt being the intake air resonator and the intake plenum. However, the following are the removal procedures; First, the drivebelt and the drivebelt tensioner must be removed, then, the water pump pulley mounting bolts have to be removed as well as the pulley. Counter-loosen all the bolts that are holding the power steering pump on the bracket and then remove the pump from the bracket. As far as timing belt is concerned the coupling and the belt has to be changed Pull out all the mounting fasteners of Timing Cover and pull the cover away from the engine. When working on the timing belt and sprockets do not turn the crankshaft or camshafts individually with the belt out of the system to avoid straining the valves. Make sure that you have the special tools called for on the job before proceeding. Take off the timing cover belt, crankshaft pulley and turn the crankshaft so that Cylinder #1 reaches Top Dead Center on the compression stroke that gets the meshing timing marks of the camshaft gears and crankshaft sprocket in one straight line. Place bolts to lock the crankshaft from any movement, insert other bolts between the camshaft gears and release the tension on the timing belt tensioner. Roll the idler pulley and the timing belt out, and do not twist them frequently or sharply. Check the timing belt for signs of wear or contamination and replace it if it reached the 60k, or any other appropriate time. For installation include aligning all the marks on the camshaft sprockets and the crankshaft sprocket, looping the timing belt around the said crankshaft sprocket and the other necessary pulleys. After the lower idler pulley has been fitted all marked will have to be aligned, and the tension of the timing belt set. Rotate the crankshaft to get some resistance to see some problem and confirm all the marks matching and tighten the timing cover. Some changes may be made to match the camshaft sprockets to the special tools and if the sprockets get out of alignment, change the upper idler pulley eccentric. An additional step is to make sure that the alignment and tension are appropriate, please complete the installation.

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Cadillac CTS Cover Assembly, Engine Front
Part Number: 12633906
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- Other Name: COVER; Front Cover, Timing Cover
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- Replaces: 12561243
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- 2004-2005 Cadillac CTS | V 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Cadillac CTS Cover, Engine Front (Machining)
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- Other Name: COVER, Engine Front Cover; Front Cover
- Position: Front
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- 2009-2015 Cadillac CTS | V 2 DOOR COUPE, V 4 DOOR, V 4 DOOR SEDAN, V 4 DOOR WAGON | 8 Cyl 6.2L
- 2006-2007 Cadillac CTS | V 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Cadillac CTS Cover, Eng Frt (Mchg)
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- Replaces: 12693267, 12688496, 12621363
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- 2016-2019 Cadillac CTS | 4 DOOR V-SERIES SEDAN | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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- Position: Front
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- 2007-2009 Cadillac CTS | 4 DOOR, 4 DOOR RHD, V 4 DOOR | 6 Cyl 2.8L, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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- Replaces: 12638436, 12684188, 12668891, 12626079, 12639157, 12635609, 12643744
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- 2010-2014 Cadillac CTS | 2 DOOR COUPE, 4 DOOR, 4 DOOR (RHD), 4 DOOR SEDAN, 4 DOOR SEDAN(RHD), 4 DOOR STATION WAGON, 4 DOOR STATION WAGON(RHD), 4 DOOR WAGON, 4 DOOR WAGON(RHD) | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Cadillac CTS Timing Cover

The Timing Cover of Cadillac CTS vehicles is very important because it provides the much needed protection to the engine timing mechanism, whether it uses a timing belt, timing chain, or cam belt. Made of sturdy materials including aluminum, plastic, steel among others the Cadillac CTS Timing Cover ensures that contaminants do not harm other components of the timing system. Moreover, the gasket features are also incorporated in many Timing Covers that improve the defense of the timing belt. Despite the rugged nature of these covers, they may fail at one point and replacing them early is critical to safe use of the vehicles. Years ago Cadillac CTS has adopted several styles of Timing Covers, which are intended to afford supreme defense to the timing gears and other mechanical parts.

Each OEM Cadillac CTS Timing Cover we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.

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Q: How to properly install a timing belt,Timing Cover and Timing Sprocket in 3.2L V6 engine on Cadillac CTS?
A: First of all, unplug the negative cable and unbolt being the intake air resonator and the intake plenum. However, the following are the removal procedures; First, the drivebelt and the drivebelt tensioner must be removed, then, the water pump pulley mounting bolts have to be removed as well as the pulley. Counter-loosen all the bolts that are holding the power steering pump on the bracket and then remove the pump from the bracket. As far as timing belt is concerned the coupling and the belt has to be changed Pull out all the mounting fasteners of Timing Cover and pull the cover away from the engine. When working on the timing belt and sprockets do not turn the crankshaft or camshafts individually with the belt out of the system to avoid straining the valves. Make sure that you have the special tools called for on the job before proceeding. Take off the timing cover belt, Crankshaft Pulley and turn the crankshaft so that Cylinder #1 reaches Top Dead Center on the compression stroke that gets the meshing timing marks of the camshaft gears and crankshaft sprocket in one straight line. Place bolts to lock the crankshaft from any movement, insert other bolts between the camshaft gears and release the tension on the timing belt tensioner. Roll the idler pulley and the timing belt out, and do not twist them frequently or sharply. Check the timing belt for signs of wear or contamination and replace it if it reached the 60k, or any other appropriate time. For installation include aligning all the marks on the camshaft sprockets and the crankshaft sprocket, looping the timing belt around the said crankshaft sprocket and the other necessary pulleys. After the lower idler pulley has been fitted all marked will have to be aligned, and the tension of the timing belt set. Rotate the crankshaft to get some resistance to see some problem and confirm all the marks matching and tighten the timing cover. Some changes may be made to match the camshaft sprockets to the special tools and if the sprockets get out of alignment, change the upper idler pulley eccentric. An additional step is to make sure that the alignment and tension are appropriate, please complete the installation.

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