OEM 2003 Buick Rendezvous Timing Chain

2003 Buick Rendezvous Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the timing chain and sprockets on 2003 Buick Rendezvous?

  A: To replace the Timing Chain and sprockets, first, remove the engine front covet. Scope the Crankshaft timing mark with the matching mark at the bottom of the Timing Chain dampener , and scope the timing mark on the camshaft gear with the time mark on the top of the Timing Chain dampener . Remove the cam shaft sprocket bolt, then use cam shaft sproket and Timing Chain. The Crankshaft sprocket puller (J 5825-A) is utilized to remove the Crankshaft sprocket, as well as Timing Chain dampener bolts and the Timing Chain dampener itself is removed. Purify and examine the Timing Chain and gears prior to installing them. Install the Crankshaft sprocket with the help of Crankshaft sprocket installer (J38612) and the with the application of prelube gm p/n 1052365 or equal to Crankshaft sprocket thrust surface. Next, the Timing Chain dampener and its bolts should be installed and tightened to 21 nm (15 ft. Lbs.). Do align the Crankshaft timing mark with the timing mark on the bottom of the Timing Chain dampener, along with holding the camshaft sprocket with the Timing Chain hanging down, and install the Timing Chain to the Crankshaft gear. Line up the timing mark on the camshaft gear with the timing mark at the top of Timing Chain dampener, making sure that the dowel on the camshaft aligns with the dowel hole in the camshaft sprocket. Mount the camshaft sprocket on the camshaft mount, tight 140 nm (103 ft. Lbs.). Draw onto the camshaft. Lastly, apply a coating of engine oil on the Crankshaft and camshaft sprockets and reinstall the front cover of the engine.