How to replace the timing chain tensioner on Chevrolet Colorado?

A successful Timing Chain tensioner replacement requires the use of the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) among other necessary tools. First remove both the camshaft cover and engine front cover from the assembly. Rotate the Crankshaft clockwise until the #1 Piston reaches top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke, ensuring the word delphi on the exhaust camshaft position actuator is parallel with the Cylinder Head to cam cover mating surface. Set the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) in position behind the camshafts. Use the timing marks as indicators to mark the Timing Chain links where they are positioned near the exhaust camshaft position actuator sprocket and both intake and Crankshaft sprockets. Turn the tensioner shoe inside out to gain Timing Chain tension control then use a tee attachment to keep the shoe in position. Begin by removing the engine's Timing Chain tensioner bolts before taking out the tensioner itself. To complete installation insert the Timing Chain tensioner into its engine position and fasten the tensioner bolts to 25 nm (18 ft. Lbs.). Reinstall the tee from the Timing Chain tensioner for chain tension restoration then remove the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) from the camshafts. Line up the marked Timing Chain segments with position markers on both the exhaust camshaft position actuator sprocket and intake camshaft sprocket and Crankshaft sprocket. Place the engine front cover followed by the camshaft cover during the installation process.

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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Drive Belt; Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Serpentine Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Cooling
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | Base, LT, WT, Z71 | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Timing Tensioner Part Number: 12627109
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | Base, LT, WT, Z71 | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Tensioner Kit-Timing Chain; Belt Tensioner; Tensioner Kit, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12585997
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado | LT | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Tensioner Part Number: 12609263
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
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- 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Chain Guide Part Number: 12609261
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Timing Chain Tensioner; Timing Chain Guide; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Tensioner Part Number: 12609259
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
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- 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Tensioner Part Number: 12598504
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- Other Name: Tensioner, Engine Timing; Belt Tensioner
- Replaces: 12569327, 12628004
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado | Base, LS, LT, Sport, Sport LS, WT, Z71, Z71 LS, Z85, Z85 LS | 4 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.9 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Belt Tensioner Part Number: 24585542
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Drive Belt; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Serpentine Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Cooling
- Replaces: 24580774
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- 2016-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Colorado Tensioner Part Number: 12713640
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12674625
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- 2017-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Chain Guide Part Number: 12713639
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Timing Chain Tensioner; Timing Chain Guide; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12674624
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Tensioner Part Number: 12713638
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12647893
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- 2017-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Belt Tensioner Part Number: 12693089
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Drive Belt; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Serpentine Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Cooling
- Replaced by: 12735189
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2023 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, Trail Boss, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 4 Cyl 2.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Timing Tensioner Part Number: 12691857
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2023 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, Trail Boss, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 4 Cyl 2.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Colorado Belt Tensioner Part Number: 12644510
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- Other Name: Tensioner, Engine Timing; Timing Belt Tensioner; Timing Belt Kit; Tensioner
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL

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Chevrolet Colorado Automobiles also come with the Timing Chain Tensioner that is responsible for the accurate tension on the timing chain that is critical to other parts of the engine. Therefore, through setting of the right tension, the Timing Chain Tensioner assists in proper working of the engine. There probably may have been a number of Timing Chain Tensioners utilised over the years on different Chevrolet Colorado models to ensure that the tension of the timing chain is properly maintained. Such variations may affect the design and the mechanism of the valves hence affecting its performance and efficiency.

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Q: How to replace the timing chain tensioner on Chevrolet Colorado?
A:
A successful Timing Chain tensioner replacement requires the use of the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) among other necessary tools. First remove both the camshaft cover and engine front cover from the assembly. Rotate the Crankshaft clockwise until the #1 Piston reaches top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke, ensuring the word delphi on the exhaust camshaft position actuator is parallel with the Cylinder Head to cam cover mating surface. Set the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) in position behind the camshafts. Use the timing marks as indicators to mark the Timing Chain links where they are positioned near the exhaust camshaft position actuator sprocket and both intake and Crankshaft sprockets. Turn the tensioner shoe inside out to gain Timing Chain tension control then use a tee attachment to keep the shoe in position. Begin by removing the engine's Timing Chain tensioner bolts before taking out the tensioner itself. To complete installation insert the Timing Chain tensioner into its engine position and fasten the tensioner bolts to 25 nm (18 ft. Lbs.). Reinstall the tee from the Timing Chain tensioner for chain tension restoration then remove the camshaft holding tool (J 44221) from the camshafts. Line up the marked Timing Chain segments with position markers on both the exhaust camshaft position actuator sprocket and intake camshaft sprocket and Crankshaft sprocket. Place the engine front cover followed by the camshaft cover during the installation process.