How to replace the primary cam gear drive chain and sprockets on Cadillac Seville?

The replacement of primary camshaft drive chain and sprockets begins with gathering essential tools that include crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946). Start by removing the Oil Pump and set the primary timing marks straight by using the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946). The technician should begin by removing the secondary camshaft drive chains before progressing to disconnect the primary drive chain tensioner. Unfasten the camshaft intermediate sprocket holding bolt before you separate it from the primary camshaft drive chain and crankshaft sprocket and camshaft intermediate sprocket unit. Install the main components by placing the camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprocket timing marks in vertical position then put the primary camshaft drive chain on the drive sprockets while keeping the number 1 piston at top dead center (TDC) at 1 o'clock position. Set the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) to align the crankshaft key with the drive sprocket before you install the primary camshaft drive chain and crankshaft sprocket and camshaft intermediate sprocket as an assembly. Attach the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt then apply torque to 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.). Take out the pin from the tensioner only after installing both secondary timing chains. The first step should be to install the primary drive chain tensioner before moving on to the secondary camshaft drive chains. First uninstall the pin from the primary Timing Chain tensioner release lever while making sure the primary timing marks maintain vertical alignment before finishing with the Oil Pump installation.

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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Driver Side Part Number: 12556026
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-2002 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Driver Side Part Number: 12577433
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket-Camshaft Intermediate Drive Shaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Intermediate Gear; Timing Gear Set; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 12568563, 12556021
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-2004 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12575882
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Replaces: 12574990
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Timing Gear Part Number: 1636988
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket; Timing Gear Set
- Replaced by: 03538855
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1989 Cadillac Seville | Base, Elegante, STS | 8 Cyl 4.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.5 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear Part Number: 3538854
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket-Camshaft Driven; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set; Chain Gear Set; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Cadillac Seville | Base, STS | 8 Cyl 4.9 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Crankshaft Gear Part Number: 3533208
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket-Camshaft -Driven; Timing Gear; Timing Gear Set; Chain Gear Set; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Cadillac Seville | Base, STS | 8 Cyl 4.9 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Passenger Side Part Number: 12574991
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Passenger Side Part Number: 12568939
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12556028
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1999 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Passenger Side Part Number: 12556027
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-2002 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac Seville Camshaft Gear, Passenger Side Part Number: 12555378
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Cadillac Seville | SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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Camshaft Gear, Driver Side
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Q: How to replace the primary cam gear drive chain and sprockets on Cadillac Seville?
A:
The replacement of primary camshaft drive chain and sprockets begins with gathering essential tools that include crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946). Start by removing the Oil Pump and set the primary timing marks straight by using the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946). The technician should begin by removing the secondary camshaft drive chains before progressing to disconnect the primary drive chain tensioner. Unfasten the camshaft intermediate sprocket holding bolt before you separate it from the primary camshaft drive chain and crankshaft sprocket and camshaft intermediate sprocket unit. Install the main components by placing the camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprocket timing marks in vertical position then put the primary camshaft drive chain on the drive sprockets while keeping the number 1 piston at top dead center (TDC) at 1 o'clock position. Set the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) to align the crankshaft key with the drive sprocket before you install the primary camshaft drive chain and crankshaft sprocket and camshaft intermediate sprocket as an assembly. Attach the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt then apply torque to 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.). Take out the pin from the tensioner only after installing both secondary Timing Chains. The first step should be to install the primary drive chain tensioner before moving on to the secondary camshaft drive chains. First uninstall the pin from the primary Timing Chain tensioner release lever while making sure the primary timing marks maintain vertical alignment before finishing with the Oil Pump installation.