OEM 2000 Cadillac DeVille Timing Cover

2000 Cadillac DeVille Timing Cover Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to remove and install the timing cover on 2000 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: When removing the Timing Cover begin by uninstalling the drive belt tensioner followed by removing the drive belt idler pulley and finally taking off the crankshaft balancer. Secure the vehicle then suspend it in the air before putting your support under the engine assembly using a proper jack. Start by taking out the Engine Mount bracket nut that holds the Engine Mount to the bracket before unfastening the bracket nut which holds the Power Steering Hose in position. You need to start with bolt removal from the Engine Mount bracket that secures to the engine before removing the bolts from the front cover. During replacement remove the front cover and gasket but keep the gasket unless it shows damage as you can reuse it. Start installation by first mounting the engine front cover followed by the crankshaft balancer. First tighten the Power Steering Hose to the Engine Mount bracket with a nut to 9 nm (80 inch lbs.) before installing bolts that hold the Engine Mount bracket to the engine at a torque of 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). Secure the Engine Mount to the Engine Mount bracket by installing its nut with 80 nm (59 ft. Lbs.) torque. Put away the engine support jack while lowering the vehicle before you add the drive belt idler pulley and secure it with a 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.) bolt. You must then add the drive belt tensioner.