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

First, to replace the timing chain and sprockets, remove the Oil Pump. The crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) should be used to align the timing marks. Then, get rid of the secondary timing chains and the primary drive chain tensioner. Subsequently, remove the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt and remove the crankshaft sprocket, camshaft intermediate sprocket as an assembly, and timing chain. Wash away the grime from the camshaft timing drive components before installation. Set the timing marks of camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprockets vertically, installed. Mount the main timing chain on the drive sprockets; the number 1 piston should be in the raised position, while the crankshaft keyway is using the most preferred position at 1 o'clock. Mount the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) to align the crankshaft key with the drive sprocket, then fit the primary, drive, camshaft trust sprocket and under drive sprocket to camshaft intermediate as a fitting. Install the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt and tighten to 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.). Make sure you do not take out the pin which holds the tensioner while the secondary timing chains are being installed. Mount the primary timing chain and subsequently the secondary timing chains. Dismount the pin from the primary timing chain tensioner release lever, make sure the primary timing marks are lined up vertically, and lastly, place the Oil Pump.

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Cadillac Seville Timing Chain Part Number: 12564274
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain, Engine Timing; Camshaft Chain
- Replaces: 03522471, 3522471
- 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 Timing Chain Part Number: 12564273
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain, Engine Timing; Camshaft Chain
- 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 Chain Part Number: 3522470
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain Assembly-Camshaft Intermediate Drive; Chain, Engine Timing
- 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 Timing Chain Part Number: 1640122
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain Assembly; Chain, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1993 Cadillac Seville | Base, Elegante, STS | 8 Cyl 4.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.9 L GAS

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Q: How to replace the primary cam gear and timing chain on Cadillac Seville?
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First, to replace the timing chain and sprockets, remove the Oil Pump. The crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) should be used to align the timing marks. Then, get rid of the secondary timing chains and the primary drive chain tensioner. Subsequently, remove the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt and remove the crankshaft sprocket, camshaft intermediate sprocket as an assembly, and timing chain. Wash away the grime from the camshaft timing drive components before installation. Set the timing marks of camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprockets vertically, installed. Mount the main timing chain on the drive sprockets; the number 1 piston should be in the raised position, while the crankshaft keyway is using the most preferred position at 1 o'clock. Mount the crankshaft rotation socket (J 39946) to align the crankshaft key with the drive sprocket, then fit the primary, drive, camshaft trust sprocket and under drive sprocket to camshaft intermediate as a fitting. Install the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt and tighten to 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.). Make sure you do not take out the pin which holds the tensioner while the secondary timing chains are being installed. Mount the primary timing chain and subsequently the secondary timing chains. Dismount the pin from the primary timing chain tensioner release lever, make sure the primary timing marks are lined up vertically, and lastly, place the Oil Pump.