How to Replace a Timing Cover on an Engine on Chevrolet Cobalt?

To replace the front cover of the engine, first eliminate the drive belt tensioner and the crankshaft balancer. Next disconnect the bolts and the engine front cover to water pump bolt. Replace the engine front cover gasket with suitable fitting tool and remove the crankshaft front cover oil seal and discard friction washer. To install, begin by installing a new crankshaft front oil seal and a new friction washer. Place and install a new engine front cover gasket onto the dowel pins, then place and install the engine front cover. Mount the front cover of the engine to the bolt of the pump and use torque of 25 nm (18 lbft) to clamp the nut, followed by mounting of the front cover of the engine where it should be fixed with the use of 25 (18 lbft). Finally, replace the crankshaft balancer and the drive belt tensioner.

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Chevrolet Cobalt Oil Pump, Green Line, Front Part Number: 12637040
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front Cover; Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Assembly
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12582069, 12584621, 24450057, 12606580
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS

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The Timing Cover in Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles plays an essential duty in protecting the timing mechanism in vehicles- most of which may include timing belt, timing chain or cam belt. Made of durable material like aluminum, plastic or steel the Timing Cover shields fixtures and appliances from pests. On many covers, additional gaskets have been incorporated as part of the timing belt protection gear. Even though they are supposed to be very strong, Timing Covers can wear out at any time and therefore calling for timely replacement to maintain safety on the vehicle. Even though it does not describe different styles or types for different Cobalt models, it does stress on the significance of the Timing Cover for the durability and reliability of the timing system of the engine.

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Oil Pump, Green Line, Front
12637040
Q: How to Replace a Timing Cover on an Engine on Chevrolet Cobalt?
A:
To replace the front cover of the engine, first eliminate the drive belt tensioner and the crankshaft balancer. Next disconnect the bolts and the engine front cover to water pump bolt. Replace the engine front cover gasket with suitable fitting tool and remove the crankshaft front cover oil seal and discard friction washer. To install, begin by installing a new crankshaft front oil seal and a new friction washer. Place and install a new engine front cover gasket onto the dowel pins, then place and install the engine front cover. Mount the front cover of the engine to the bolt of the pump and use torque of 25 nm (18 lbft) to clamp the nut, followed by mounting of the front cover of the engine where it should be fixed with the use of 25 (18 lbft). Finally, replace the crankshaft balancer and the drive belt tensioner.