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GM 12552427
Timing Cover

1996-1997 GM

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GM 12552427 Timing Cover
  • Part Description
    Cover Assembly-Engine Front
  • Position
    Front
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    1996 Buick Commercial ChassisBase8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996 Buick RoadmasterCollector's Edition, Estate Wagon Collector's Edition, Limited Collector's Edition8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996 Cadillac FleetwoodBase, Brougham8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996-1997 Chevrolet CamaroZ288 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996 Chevrolet CapriceClassic8 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996 Chevrolet CorvetteBase8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996 Chevrolet ImpalaSS8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    1996-1997 Pontiac FirebirdFormula, Trans Am8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12552427 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12552427 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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OEM GM Timing Cover 12552427 Designed for Proper Fit and Performance

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