How to replace the Cam Gear for Bank 2 (Left) Exhaust on Cadillac XLR?

Remove both parts of the left exhaust Camshaft position actuator to install its replacement. Pull the actuator forward to free its Camshaft alignment pin then remove the secondary Timing Chain before taking out the actuator from its position. You will insert the Camshaft alignment pin hole in the actuator backplate at its corresponding position. Match the actuator timing gears with the secondary Timing Chain by placing the actuator's front timing mark on the paint mark of a chain link. Apply the actuator over its Camshaft pin and place it on the Camshaft. Install the left exhaust Camshaft position actuator oil control valve afterward.

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Cadillac XLR Actuator Part Number: 12567417
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Cadillac XLR | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac XLR Camshaft Gear, Driver Side Part Number: 12577433
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- 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
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR | Base, Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft
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- 2006-2009 Cadillac XLR | Base, Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac XLR Actuator Part Number: 12567416
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
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- 2004-2006 Cadillac XLR | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac XLR Actuator Part Number: 12567415
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
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- 2004-2006 Cadillac XLR | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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- Other Name: Actuator, Engine Camshaft
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Cadillac XLR | Base, Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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It can be said that the Cam Gear is one of the key innovations that directly contribute to the improvements of Cadillac's luxurious roadster series. Most acclaimed in ensuring variation of the valve time to improve the torque and horsepower needed to enhance the acceleration and other Cadillac XLR driving performances, the Cam Gear is a realized important component. It can be observed in this aspect that models of XLR also apply similar feature to guarantee each vehicle's optimal performance in different environment. The Cadillac XLR is a car model that was manufactured between 2003-2009 which include attractive design and hi-tech features like Magnetic Ride Control adaptive suspension and a 340-hp V8 Northstar engine. Because of the Cam Gear's capacity to adjust the angular velocity, performance is increased together with safety and efficiency which makes the Cadillac XLR a distinctive model in the automotive industry. Additional facilities like the electrically folding roof or the limited weight of 50:50 distribution made the drive even more splendid. As a Cadillac, certainly an XLR, has always stood for luxury and high performance, the Cam Gear proves that Cadillac will not compromise the engineering behind each of its cars. For Cadillac XLR the Cam Gear is one of the key components created which proves the fact that the brand is all about quality and modern innovations in the global luxury roadster market.

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Q: How to replace the Cam Gear for Bank 2 (Left) Exhaust on Cadillac XLR?
A:
Remove both parts of the left exhaust Camshaft position actuator to install its replacement. Pull the actuator forward to free its Camshaft alignment pin then remove the secondary Timing Chain before taking out the actuator from its position. You will insert the Camshaft alignment pin hole in the actuator backplate at its corresponding position. Match the actuator timing gears with the secondary Timing Chain by placing the actuator's front timing mark on the paint mark of a chain link. Apply the actuator over its Camshaft pin and place it on the Camshaft. Install the left exhaust Camshaft position actuator oil control valve afterward.