16v timing cover removal
12-22-2015, 08:13 PM
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16v timing cover removal
I don't want to say I'm looking for a shortcut but has anyone ever had any luck removing the front covers without taking off all of the accessory belts and oil tubes? I guess I am looking for a shortcut.
12-22-2015, 09:08 PM
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bahhhhh hahhhhhh! yep, done that ... YOU know me!!
BUT, there are some short cuts
first of all what are you trying to do?
ive changed a water pump without removing the crank bolt!
unfortunately , the design is such that to get that front center cover off, you need to remove the alternator /Power steering pump, and all the belts.
I think i did the same thing with the 2 valvers, i pry off the belts without loosenign the brackets .. saves a tone of time.
where is your fan? already pulled it off , or electric?
BUT, there are some short cuts
first of all what are you trying to do?
ive changed a water pump without removing the crank bolt!
unfortunately , the design is such that to get that front center cover off, you need to remove the alternator /Power steering pump, and all the belts.
I think i did the same thing with the 2 valvers, i pry off the belts without loosenign the brackets .. saves a tone of time.
where is your fan? already pulled it off , or electric?
12-22-2015, 10:08 PM
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I just did the TB/WP but the belt is tracking wrong on the passenger side cam gear so I am replacing the tension roller shoulder bolt. I was hoping to do this without the full procedure.