How to replace the Cam Gear Position Intake Actuator on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?

Before installing the Camshaft position intake actuator the mechanic must remove the Camshaft cover along with upper Timing Chain Guide bolts and guide. A 24 mm wrench (J 44217) should be used to secure the Camshaft during bolt loosening yet the intake Camshaft actuator bolt remains intact. The Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) should have its tips extended completely into the Timing Chain for replacement purposes. The Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) has one tool that must be installed on the exhaust Camshaft side to hold the Timing Chain before tightening its nuts firmly. Use another tool from the Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) to perform the same operation on the intake Camshaft side. Tag the positioning and location markings for intake and exhaust Camshaft actuators which are present on the Timing Chain. Extract the intake Camshaft actuator bolt and discard it afterward while removing the intake Camshaft actuator from its position on the Camshaft and Timing Chain. When installing the exhaust Camshaft actuator make sure its alignment mark matches the Timing Chain mark precisely. The Timing Chain should be fitted on the intake Camshaft actuator with proper alignment to the Timing Chain mark before installing the actuator onto the Camshaft unit. Fasten the new intake Camshaft actuator bolt until secure but continue holding the tools in place on both the intake and exhaust Camshaft Timing Chain assembly sides before removing them. After securing the Camshaft using a 24 mm wrench (J 44217) you must tightly tighten the new Camshaft actuator bolt to 85 n.m (63 lb ft) by adding another 30 degrees using the angle meter (J 45059). Install the upper Timing Chain Guide followed by its bolts while torquing them to 10 n.m (89 lb in) then replace the Camshaft cover.

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Actuator Part Number: 12684832
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft; Chain, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12672485, 12665857, 12606653, 12614464, 12630918
- Item Weight: 2.20 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.4 x 4.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12684832
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
- LT, LTZ | 3.6L V6, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft; Actuator; Actuator, Intake
- Item Weight: 2.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 7.1 x 6.4 x 4.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12578515
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Cam Gear; Actuator
- Replaces: 12665855, 12630916, 12672483, 12626160, 12603745
- Item Weight: 2.20 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 4.3 inches
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- SKU: 12684830
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Cam Gear; Actuator
- Replaces: 12603744, 12672484, 12665856, 12630917, 12626161
- Item Weight: 2.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.2 x 4.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12684831
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- Item Weight: 1.00 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 5.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 90537632
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- Item Weight: 2.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 7.2 x 6.6 x 4.4 inches
- Condition: New
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft; Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Cam Gear; Actuator
- Replaced by: 12701663
- Item Weight: 4.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 8.2 x 7.1 x 3.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12622611
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
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Q: How to replace the Cam Gear Position Intake Actuator on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?
A: Before installing the Camshaft position intake actuator the mechanic must remove the Camshaft cover along with upper Timing Chain Guide bolts and guide. A 24 mm wrench (J 44217) should be used to secure the Camshaft during bolt loosening yet the intake Camshaft actuator bolt remains intact. The Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) should have its tips extended completely into the Timing Chain for replacement purposes. The Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) has one tool that must be installed on the exhaust Camshaft side to hold the Timing Chain before tightening its nuts firmly. Use another tool from the Timing Chain tensioner tool (J 44217) to perform the same operation on the intake Camshaft side. Tag the positioning and location markings for intake and exhaust Camshaft actuators which are present on the Timing Chain. Extract the intake Camshaft actuator bolt and discard it afterward while removing the intake Camshaft actuator from its position on the Camshaft and Timing Chain. When installing the exhaust Camshaft actuator make sure its alignment mark matches the Timing Chain mark precisely. The Timing Chain should be fitted on the intake Camshaft actuator with proper alignment to the Timing Chain mark before installing the actuator onto the Camshaft unit. Fasten the new intake Camshaft actuator bolt until secure but continue holding the tools in place on both the intake and exhaust Camshaft Timing Chain assembly sides before removing them. After securing the Camshaft using a 24 mm wrench (J 44217) you must tightly tighten the new Camshaft actuator bolt to 85 n.m (63 lb ft) by adding another 30 degrees using the angle meter (J 45059). Install the upper Timing Chain Guide followed by its bolts while torquing them to 10 n.m (89 lb in) then replace the Camshaft cover.