Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the CMP actuator magnet bolts?
A:
You can tighten it to 12 Nm (106 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the first step of the removal procedure for the camshaft?
A:
The first step is to remove the radiator support.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the camshaft position actuator magnet?
A:
The procedure is to remove the water pump, disconnect the engine harness electrical connector, remove the CMP actuator magnet bolts and magnet, and remove the CMP actuator magnet gasket.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: How do you install the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve?
A:
You can install a NEW CMP actuator solenoid valve, tighten the CMP actuator solenoid valve, remove the J 42386-A and install the CMP actuator magnet.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the camshaft position actuator?
A:
The procedure is to remove the oil pump, remove the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve, loosen and separate the CMP actuator and timing chain from the camshaft, remove the CMP actuator and timing chain, and insert and secure a tie strap through the center of the actuator and over the reluctor wheel.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve?
A:
The procedure is to install the J 42386-A and bolts, remove the camshaft position (CMP) actuator magnet, remove the CMP actuator solenoid valve and discard the solenoid valve.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the purpose of rotating the camshaft or crankshaft sprockets?
A:
The purpose is to align the timing marks.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the removal procedure for the drive belt idler pulley?
A:
The procedure is to remove the accessory drive belt and remove the drive belt Idler Pulley and bolt.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the camshaft timing chain and sprocket?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the oil pump, the camshaft sprocket bolt, the camshaft sprocket and Timing Chain, the bolts and timing chain tensioner, the crankshaft sprocket, and the crankshaft sprocket key.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the drive belt tensioner (accessory)?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the accessory drive belt, the drive Belt Tensioner bolts, and the drive belt tensioner.