Timing Chain and Sprockets Removal Cadillac Escalade GMT800

Tools Required

1. J 8433-1 Two Jaw Puller
2. J 41558 Crankshaft Sprocket Remover
3. J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector

Note. Do not turn the crankshaft assembly after the timing chain has been removed in order to prevent damage to the piston assemblies or the valves.

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1. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.
2. Remove the camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
3. Use the J 8433-1 , the J 41816-2 , and the J 41558 in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket.
4. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
5. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, if required.

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1. Remove the camshaft sensor bolt and the sensor.
2. Remove the camshaft retainer bolts and the retainer. NOTE: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.
3. Remove the camshaft. 3.1. Install the 3 M8-1.25 x 100 mm bolts in the camshaft front bolt holes. 3.2. Using the bolts as a handle, carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the engine block. 3.3. Remove the bolts from the front of the camshaft.