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GM 12581497
Actuator

2006-2010 GM

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GM 12581497 Actuator
  • Part Description
    Actuator, Engine Camshaft
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2007-2008 Cadillac SRXBase8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2006-2010 Cadillac STSBase, Platinum, V8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2006-2009 Cadillac XLRBase, Platinum, V8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12581497 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12581497 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What tool is used to retain the timing chain for the 2008 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Insert the EN-48313 Timing Chain Retention Tool (EN-48313) between the camshaft actuators.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be installed after the primary camshaft timing chain for the 2009 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary upper camshaft drive chain guide.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you prepare the camshafts for actuator removal for the 2008 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Rotate the crankshaft balancer bolt clockwise until the camshafts are in a neutral position, ensuring the camshaft timing chain and position actuators are marked for proper assembly.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you align the primary timing marks for the 2007 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use the Crankshaft Socket (J 39946).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after engaging the actuator with the timing chain for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Slide the actuator over the camshaft alignment pin and install it onto the camshaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What are the final steps after all components are installed for the 2007 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the spark plugs and the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in the process for the 2010 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for the oil outlet tube bolts for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the oil outlet tube bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What components need to be removed next for the 2008 Cadillac XLR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The secondary camshaft drive chains, the primary drive chain tensioner, and the oil outlet tube.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What tool is used to rotate the crankshaft as needed for the 2007 Cadillac XLR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use the Crankshaft Socket (J 39946) to rotate the crankshaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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