OEM 2003 Cadillac CTS Timing Cover

2003 Cadillac CTS Timing Cover Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Timing Cover on 2003 Cadillac CTS?

  A: A complete Timing Belt cover replacement starts by uninstalling the intake air resonator and intake plenum while removing the drive belt tensioner and Water Pump Pulley bolts until you detach the Water Pump Pulley. Take out only the Power Steering Pump mounting bolts while detaching the Power Steering Pump from its accessory mounting bracket before placing it safely to the side. Begin by removing the Timing Belt cover bolts before removing the engine's Timing Belt cover. Check the Timing Belt for serviceability while performing a clean inspection of the Timing Belt cover. Set the Timing Belt cover into the engine space while you install the Timing Belt cover bolts which need tightening at 8 nm (71 inch lbs.). Reconnect the Power Steering Pump to its accessory mounting bracket while installing each mounting bolt in sequence until they achieve 35 nm (26 ft. Lbs.) of torque. Secure the Water Pump Pulley next to the Water Pump before installing the Water Pump Pulley bolts which require 8 nm (71 inch lbs.) torque. Install the drive belt tensioner along with both the intake plenum and successive the intake air resonance.