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GM 12581499
Actuator

2006-2010 GM

Customer Questions & Expert Answers (12)
GM 12581499 Actuator
  • Part Description
    Actuator, Engine Camshaft
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2007-2009 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 12581499 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12581499 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How should the EN-48313 tool be secured for the 2008 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Hand tighten the EN-48313 and use an open-end wrench to secure it.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after aligning the timing marks for the 2007 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary camshaft drive chain on the drive sprockets.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be installed as an assembly for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary camshaft drive chain, crankshaft sprocket, and camshaft intermediate sprocket.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What tool is used to rotate the crankshaft as needed for the 2008 Cadillac XLR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The Crankshaft Socket (J 39946).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What position should the number one piston be in during installation for the 2007 Cadillac XLR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The number one piston should be at Top Dead Center (TDC) and the crankshaft pin at the 1 o'clock position.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after installing the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner for the 2010 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What comes after installing the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain guide for the 2009 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain shoe.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you create slack in the timing chain for the 2008 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open-end wrench to rotate the camshafts toward each other to create slack in the chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you engage the actuator with the secondary timing chain for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Engage the actuator timing gear teeth with the secondary timing chain, ensuring that the actuator alignment mark corresponds with the paint mark created on the chain link.
    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 should be installed after the primary camshaft timing chain for the 2009 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary upper camshaft drive chain guide and the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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