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GM 12586959
Chain Guide

2005-2023 GM

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GM 12586959 Chain Guide
GM 12586959 Chain Guide
  • Part Description
    Guide Assembly-Timing Chain; Timing Chain Guide
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2008-2021 Buick EnclaveAvenir, Base, Convenience, CX, CXL, Essence, Leather, Preferred, Premium6 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 Cadillac CTSVsport, Vsport Premium, Vsport Premium Luxury6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2010-2016 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
    2005-2011 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
    2012 Chevrolet Captiva SportLT, LTZ6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX
    2008-2012 Chevrolet MalibuLT, LTZ6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2009-2023 Chevrolet TraverseHigh Country, L, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier, RS6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12586959 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12586959 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to Service and Repair the Timing Chain Guide for the Left Secondary Camshaft on Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Start the process of left bank Timing Chain Guide replacement by using proper tools to remove the engine front cover. The removal of spark plugs serves to help you rotate the Crankshaft more easily. You must first remove the left bank Timing Chain Tensioner together with the left bank Timing Chain Guide. The correct installation process requires you to mount the new left bank Timing Chain Guide followed by installation of the left bank Timing Chain Tensioner. Both the spark plugs and the engine front cover must be reinstalled as the process ends.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the LH secondary camshaft Timing Chain Guide on Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The first step to replace the left Timing Chain Guide requires removing spark plugs to enable rotation of the crankshaft. After removing the engine front cover you must detach both the left bank Timing Chain Tensioner (Tensioner, Timing Chain - Left Side, Fourth Design) then the left bank Timing Chain Guide (Guide, Timing Chain - Left Side, Fourth Design). To start the procedure begin by putting in new guide, timing chain - left side, fourth design before adding tensioner, timing chain - left side, fourth design. Complete the process by putting back the spark plugs and the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the right secondary camshaft timing chain guide on Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Before installing the right Timing Chain Guide you must remove the engine front cover and spark plugs in order to freely rotate the Crankshaft. The right bank Timing Chain Tensioner should be taken off before proceeding to remove the right bank Timing Chain Guide. Start your installation process with the right bank Timing Chain Guide followed by right bank Timing Chain Tensioner application. After the process ends the mechanic reattaches both the spark plugs and the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the right secondary camshaft timing chain guide on GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    After removing the spark plugs the Crankshaft rotation procedure will become accessible to replace the right Timing Chain Guide. After removing the engine front cover start by taking off the right bank Timing Chain Tensioner then the right bank Timing Chain Guide. The right bank Timing Chain Guide requires installation before you position the right bank Timing Chain Tensioner. The Spark Plug replacement should follow the engine front cover installation before executing the final step of plug reinstatement.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the primary upper timing chain guide on GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The process to replace the Timing Chain Guide begins by removing the spark plugs for Crankshaft rotation and continues with engine front cover removal and finally Timing Chain Tensioner removal. Begin the procedure by taking out the Timing Chain Tensioner followed by the Timing Chain Guide. The correct installation sequence starts with the Timing Chain Guide followed by the Timing Chain Tensioner before moving to the engine front cover followed by reinstallation of the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the right secondary camshaft timing chain guide on Chevrolet Traverse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    To get the right Timing Chain Guide out, first take off the engine front cover using the right tools. Take out the spark plugs beforehand so it is easier to rotate the Crankshaft. After that, take off the right bank Timing Chain Tensioner and later the right bank Timing Chain Guide. At installation, put the new right bank Timing Chain Guide in place and secure the right bank Timing Chain Tensioner afterward. Lastly, put the engine front cover back on and put the spark plugs in.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What is the next step after installing the tensioner for the 2008 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next component to remove after the engine front cover for the 2009 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The primary camshaft drive chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the engine front cover for the 2010 Buick Enclave? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take out the spark plugs to facilitate crankshaft rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step in the installation process for the 2010 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain guide.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after removing the left exhaust oil control valve for the 2005 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Slide the left exhaust camshaft actuator off the camshaft, disengage the sprocket teeth from the secondary timing chain, and remove the actuator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the primary camshaft drive chain guide be installed for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary camshaft drive chain guide and retaining bolts, tightening them to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step in the installation process for the 2005 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the primary camshaft drive chain guide and retaining bolts, tightening them to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for the primary camshaft drive chain lower guide bolts for the 2008 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten them to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in the process for the 2009 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reattach the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the engine front cover for the 2010 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take out the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the spark plugs for the 2007 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take off the engine front cover.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be used during these procedures for the 2010 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use the appropriate tools as specified for each procedure.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What follows the removal of the tensioner for the 2007 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the left bank secondary camshaft drive chain guide.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next component to remove after the engine front cover for the 2008 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The primary camshaft drive chain tensioner (Fourth Design).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the engine front cover for the 2010 GMC Acadia? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take out the spark plugs to facilitate crankshaft rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What tools are specified for this procedure for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Spark Plug Replacement (SP-123), Engine Front Cover Replacement (EFC-456), Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Removal (PCT-789), Primary Timing Chain Guide Removal - Upper (PTG-101), Primary Timing Chain Guide Installation - Upper (PTG-102), and Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Installation (PCT-790).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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OEM GM Chain Guide 12586959 Designed for Proper Fit and Performance

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