OEM 2005 Buick Rendezvous Timing Chain

2005 Buick Rendezvous Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the timing chain and sprockets on 2005 Buick Rendezvous?

  A: The replacement process requires beginning with the removal of the engine front cover. Begin by placing the crankshaft timing mark against the bottom Timing Chain dampener mark while setting the camshaft gear timing mark directly on top of the Timing Chain dampener mark. After removing the camshaft sprocket bolt, workers should continue by uninstalling the camshaft sprocket along with the Timing Chain before moving onto the crankshaft sprocket then uninstalling the Timing Chain dampener bolts to remove the Timing Chain dampener. Check the Timing Chain for any damage or contamination prior to professional approval. Installation starts with installing the crankshaft sprocket followed by applying gm p/n 1052365 prelube material or its equivalent to the thrust surface of the crankshaft sprocket. Screw in the Timing Chain dampener bolts properly to 21 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) torque. Secure the camshaft sprocket with the hanging Timing Chain while you line up the crankshaft timing mark to the bottom Timing Chain dampener mark and fit the Timing Chain to the crankshaft gear. Guide the timing edge on the camshaft gear toward the timing mark on top of the Timing Chain dampener then ensure the camshaft dowel enters its matching hole in the camshaft sprocket. Insert the camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft by using the mounting bolt and torque it to 140 nm (103 ft. Lbs.). Add a layer of engine oil before mounting the engine front cover to both crankshaft and camshaft sprocket.