How to Replace a Timing Cover on an Engine for Front on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?

To replace the engine front cover, first let remove the crank case balancer, drive belt tensioner, engine front cover to water pump bolt, and the remainder engine front cover bolt then take the engine front cover. If the engine front cover gasket is damaged as well, take out the front Engine Mount and the gasket. In case of installation, if gasket was eliminated, then you need to replace a new engine front cover gasket and the front Engine Mount then install the engine front cover. Mount the engine front cover bolts torquing them to 25 n.m (18 lb ft), also mount the water pump bolt torquing it to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Next, install the drive belt tensioner and its bolt, torque 45 n.m (33 lb ft), and finally replace the crankcase balancer.

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Oil Pump, Green Line, Front
Part Number: 12637040
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front Cover; Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Assembly
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12582069, 12584621, 24450057, 12606580
- Item Weight: 6.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.8 x 19.5 x 14.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12637040
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
- Base, Classic LS, Eco, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Timing Cover, Front
Part Number: 19181093
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front Cover; Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Item Weight: 2.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 16.5 x 16.8 x 6.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19181093
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
- LS, LT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Timing Cover, Front
Part Number: 19209125
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front; Front Cover; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 89018196
- Item Weight: 6.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.7 x 5.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19209125
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Fits the following 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Submodels:
- Classic LS, Classic LT, LS, LT, LTZ, Maxx LS, Maxx LT, Maxx LTZ, Maxx SS, SS | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Timing Cover, Front
Part Number: 12655856
$532.78 MSRP: $841.74
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front (W/Water Pump); Front Cover; Front Seal; Actuator; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12601276, 12612399, 12611884
- Item Weight: 16.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 26.1 x 21.5 x 8.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12655856
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Q: How to Replace a Timing Cover on an Engine for Front on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?
A: To replace the engine front cover, first let remove the crank case balancer, drive belt tensioner, engine front cover to water pump bolt, and the remainder engine front cover bolt then take the engine front cover. If the engine front cover gasket is damaged as well, take out the front Engine Mount and the gasket. In case of installation, if gasket was eliminated, then you need to replace a new engine front cover gasket and the front Engine Mount then install the engine front cover. Mount the engine front cover bolts torquing them to 25 n.m (18 lb ft), also mount the water pump bolt torquing it to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Next, install the drive belt tensioner and its bolt, torque 45 n.m (33 lb ft), and finally replace the crankcase balancer.