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GM 12684832
Actuator

2007-2023 GM

Customer Questions & Expert Answers (39)
GM 12684832 Actuator
GM 12684832 Actuator
GM 12684832 Actuator
GM 12684832 Actuator
GM 12684832 Actuator
  • Part Description
    Actuator, Engine Camshaft
  • Replaces
    12672485, 12665857, 12606653, 12614464, 12630918
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Product Specifications
  • Vehicle Fitment
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  • Product Specifications

    BrandGenuine GM
    Manufacturer Part Number12684832
    Part DescriptionActuator, Engine Camshaft
    Other NamesChain, Engine Timing
    Item Dimensions6.6 x 4.4 x 4.3 inches
    Item Weight2.20 Pounds
    ConditionNew
    Fitment TypeDirect Replacement
    Replaces12672485, 12665857, 12606653, 12614464, 12630918
    ManufacturerGeneral Motors
    SKU12684832
    WarrantyThis genuine GM part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
    Shipping & ReturnShipping Policy Return Policy
    Warning: California's Proposition 65

  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2008-2021 Buick EnclaveAvenir, Base, Convenience, CX, CXL, Essence, Leather, Preferred, Premium6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2010-2016, 2008 Buick LaCrosseBase, Convenience, CX, CXL, CXS, Leather, Premium, Sport Touring, Touring6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2013-2019 Cadillac ATSLuxury, Performance, Premium, V6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2022 Cadillac CT4V Blackwing6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2016-2019, 2008-2014 Cadillac CTSBase, Luxury, Performance, Premium, Vsport, Vsport Premium, Vsport Premium Luxury6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2007-2016 Cadillac SRXBase, Luxury, Performance, Premium6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2008-2011 Cadillac STSBase, Platinum6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2013-2019 Cadillac XTSBase, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium, Premium Luxury, Vsport Platinum, Vsport Premium, Vsport Premium Luxury6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2010-2015 Chevrolet CamaroLS, LT6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2012-2017 Chevrolet CapricePPV6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12684832 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12684832 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How do you prevent the camshaft from rotating while loosening the actuator bolt for the 2008 Buick LaCrosse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after loosely installing the bolt for the 2010 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Finally, tighten the camshaft position actuator bolt and reinstall the right exhaust camshaft actuator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How can you prevent camshaft rotation while tightening the actuator bolt for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open wrench on the hex cast into the camshaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in tightening the actuator for the 2008 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the right exhaust camshaft position actuator bolt to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the exhaust camshaft actuator be positioned for the 2008 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Position the exhaust camshaft actuator to the camshaft and install the actuator bolt hand tight.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in the installation process for the 2008 Buick LaCrosse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after positioning the intake camshaft position actuator onto the camshaft for the 2009 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Loosely install the bolt, ensuring to use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the new camshaft position actuator be installed for the 2008 Buick LaCrosse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Align the marks on the camshaft position actuator and timing chain, loosely install the bolt, and then remove the EN 46108.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How can you ensure that the new actuator is the correct one for the 2009 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Check for the IN marking on its body, which indicates it is for the intake.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after installing the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner for the 2008 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Proceed to install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be installed after the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain for the 2009 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain guide, shoe, and tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the Camshaft Position Actuator on Bank 2 (Left Side) Exhaust for the 2010 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Begin by removing the intake manifold and the left camshaft cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What position should the camshafts be in during this process for the 2008 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Rotate the crankshaft balancer 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:
    What is the next step after inserting the EN-48313 for the 2008 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Hand tighten the EN-48313, then loosen the camshaft position actuator bolt and remove the left exhaust camshaft position actuator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be installed after the primary camshaft timing chain for the 2010 Cadillac STS? 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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    Q:
    What is the next step after removing the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner and upper guide for the 2009 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the primary camshaft timing chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What components need to be taken out after the oil outlet tube for the 2007 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The primary camshaft drive chain guide bolts and guide, and the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after installing the primary upper camshaft drive chain guide and tensioner for the 2009 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the process for installing the intake camshaft position actuator for the 2010 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Position the intake camshaft position actuator onto the camshaft and loosely install the bolt, ensuring to use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the EN-48313 tool be positioned for the 2008 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure the feet are facing the front of the engine and partially expand the legs by turning the T-shaped handle clockwise until they contact the timing chain.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after installing the actuator bolts for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the EN-48313 tool and ensure the correct camshaft thrust washer is used based on the number of attaching screws on the actuator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after removing the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain guide for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain and the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the procedure for tightening the actuator bolt for the 2010 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Loosely install the bolt, then tighten it, ensuring to use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after loosening the retaining bolts for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the camshaft front cap bolts and the front cap itself.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the intake camshaft actuator retainer be secured for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the intake camshaft actuator retainer and tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the intake camshaft actuator be aligned during installation for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure the alignment mark on the intake camshaft actuator is properly aligned with the timing chain mark.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the procedure for the timing chain tensioner for the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the timing chain retention tool from the exhaust side, reset and install the timing chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done with the new intake camshaft actuator bolt for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install a NEW intake camshaft actuator bolt until snug, then remove the tools from both the intake and exhaust camshaft sides of the timing chain assembly.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be installed after the primary camshaft timing chain for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary upper camshaft drive chain guide.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you align the exhaust camshaft actuator during installation for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Align the exhaust camshaft actuator alignment mark to the timing chain mark made during disassembly, ensuring the intake actuator alignment mark is also aligned.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How can you prevent camshaft rotation while tightening the actuator bolt for the 2009 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open wrench on the hex cast into the camshaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step in the replacement process for the 2008 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the lower intake manifold and the left camshaft cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you prevent engine rotation while loosening the camshaft position actuator bolt for the 2010 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open end wrench on the hex cast into the camshaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you create slack in the timing chain for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open-end wrench to rotate the camshafts toward each other, then unscrew the EN-48313 (Timing Chain Retention Tool) to retract its legs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in tightening the actuator bolt for the 2007 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the right exhaust camshaft position actuator bolt to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What tool should be used during installation to prevent rotation for the 2007 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent camshaft/engine rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the Camshaft Position Actuator on Bank 2 (Left Side) Intake for the 2007 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    First, remove the left exhaust camshaft actuator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done with the intake camshaft actuator bolt for the 2010 GMC Terrain? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove and discard it.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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