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Engine Front Cover Replacement: Notes

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  1. Remove the crankcase balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  2. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
  3. Fig 1: Identifying Drive Belt Tensioner
    GM1381540Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the idler pulley.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Idler Pulley
    GM1381542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the engine front cover to water pump bolt.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Engine Front Cover
    GM412537Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the remaining engine front cover bolts.
  9. Fig 4: View Of Engine Front Cover Bolts
    GM412538Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the engine front cover.
  11. If the engine front cover gasket is damaged, remove the front engine mount. Refer toEngine Mount Replacement .
  12. Remove the front engine mount bracket. Refer toEngine Mount Bracket Replacement .