How to replace the engine front timing cover on Chevrolet Impala?

First, drain the cooling system to replace the engine front cover. Secondly, take off the drive belt tensioner, Oil Pan, crankshaft balancer, crankshaft position actuator magnet, thermostat housing, and Water Pump. Once the components are separated, withhold the engine front cover bolts and thereafter the engine front cover, thereafter the engine front cover gasket. For installation, after laying down the new engine front cover min gasket then install the engine front cover; and once installing the engine front cover bolts and torque them tight to 257 n.m (18 lb ft). Install a new Water Pump, thermostat housing, crankshaft position actuator magnet, crankshaft balancer and Oil Pan before installing the drive belt tensioner. Finally, fill the cooling system to round off the procedure.

How to remove and reinstall the timing cover on an engine on Chevrolet Impala?

You must begin removal of the Timing Cover by disconnecting the battery's negative ground cable. Engine coolant and motor oil should drain from the cooling system and the engine. Once you separate the coolant recovery reservoir from the crankshaft balancer along with the drive belt tensioner and Power Steering Pump with its attached lines you can restage the pump where needed. The bypass pipe of the thermostat needs removal from the engine front cover while also detaching the radiator outlet hose from the coolant pump. Begin the front cover replacement process by removing the coolant pump pulley and then the engine front cover bolts (1, 2, and 3) and finally the lower Crankshaft Position Sensor wiring harness bracket. Wash down the gasket sealing areas before checking the condition of the engine front cover. When replacing the engine front cover drivers must also detach the drive belt shield with its attached Crankshaft Position Sensor and coolant pump. When reinstalling the engine replace the coolant pump onto the engine front cover first then reinstall the Crankshaft Position Sensor. Screw down the drive belt shield bolt until you reach 10 nm (89 inch lbs.). Place the engine front cover gasket over the surface before setting the engine front cover in position. Then secure the three engine front cover bolts (1, 2, and 3) with proper installation torque. Reconnect the lower Crankshaft Position Sensor wiring harness bracket alongside the coolant pump pulley and radiator outlet hose and thermostat bypass pipe. Place the Power Steering Pump into position with lines in place along with the drive belt tensioner and crankshaft balancer. Engine oil and engine coolant need to be filled prior to reconnecting the battery ground (negative) cable. Perform a ckp system variation learn procedure as the last step.

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Chevrolet Impala 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
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014 Chevrolet Impala | Eco | 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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Chevrolet Impala Front Cover Part Number: 12664881
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front
- Position: Front
- Replaced by: 12666290
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- 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala | LS, LT, LTZ | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Part Number: 12633908
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front; Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12593228, 12611881, 12580287
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- 2006-2009 Chevrolet Impala | SS | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover, Front Part Number: 19181093
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front Cover; Front Cover
- Position: Front
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- 2008-2011 Chevrolet Impala | 50th Anniversary Edition, LS, LT, LTZ, Police | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX
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Chevrolet Impala Water Pump, Front Part Number: 12698371
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front (W/Water Pump); Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12638436, 12684188, 12668891, 12626079, 12639157, 12635609, 12643744
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- 2012-2020 Chevrolet Impala | LS, LT, LTZ, Police, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.6 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover, Front Part Number: 12690012
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- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12633638, 12664882, 12658164, 12662952, 12659833, 12654043
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- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Impala | LS, LT, LTZ | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Part Number: 12576033
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front; Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 24502241
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- 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala | Base, LS, LS Sport, Police, SS | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover, Front Part Number: 19209125
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front; Front Cover; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 89018196
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- 2006-2008 Chevrolet Impala | 50th Anniversary Edition, LS, LT, LTZ, Police | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover, Front Part Number: 12568797
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- Other Name: Cover, Engine Front Cover; Front Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 24505667
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- 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala | Base | 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Part Number: 12552427
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front; Front Cover; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
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- 1996 Chevrolet Impala | SS | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Part Number: 12552426
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- Other Name: Cover Assembly-Engine Front; Front Cover; Cover, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
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- 1994-1995 Chevrolet Impala | SS | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Part Number: 12523974
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- Other Name: Cover; Front Cover; Engine Timing Indicator; Reinforcement; Cover
- Position: Front
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- 1984-1985 Chevrolet Impala | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover, Front Part Number: 12337249
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- Other Name: Cover Kit, Engine Front Cover
- Position: Front
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- 1985 Chevrolet Impala | Base | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS

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Timing Cover is an awesome part, which holds a significant position in the operational performance of Chevrolet Impala. Purposefully made for shielding the timing mechanism, which may be of a belt or a chain, the Timing Cover is made of some sturdy materials like aluminum, plastic, or steel so as to afford needed defense to the intricate parts of the engine. This protective feature is important in ensuring that effectiveness and security of Chevrolet Impala are not comprised since Timing Cover is major determinant of expensive engine breakdown. The Information and detail that the Timing Cover can fit various Impala models throughout the ten generations, starting from the 1958 and up to 2020 version, made the Timing Cover an essential and versatile component of the Chevrolet automobile. Every generation has continued to protect the timing system substitute while incorporating improvements in the engine style. Notably, many Timing Covers are fitted with additional gaskets that promotes their shielding capacity in the market of automobiles. The Timing Cover enables regular maintenance and timely replacement of the component as imperative to the overall performance and dependability of the Chevrolet Impala's engine. It gave a stout foundation and basic components which are needed for the automobile combination the Timing Cover is one of the main components in the Chevrolet Impala to this modern age.

Chevrolet Impala Timing Cover Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to replace the engine front timing cover on Chevrolet Impala?
A:
First, drain the cooling system to replace the engine front cover. Secondly, take off the drive belt tensioner, Oil Pan, crankshaft balancer, crankshaft position actuator magnet, thermostat housing, and Water Pump. Once the components are separated, withhold the engine front cover bolts and thereafter the engine front cover, thereafter the engine front cover gasket. For installation, after laying down the new engine front cover min gasket then install the engine front cover; and once installing the engine front cover bolts and torque them tight to 257 n.m (18 lb ft). Install a new Water Pump, thermostat housing, crankshaft position actuator magnet, crankshaft balancer and Oil Pan before installing the drive belt tensioner. Finally, fill the cooling system to round off the procedure.
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Q: How to remove and reinstall the timing cover on an engine on Chevrolet Impala?
A:
You must begin removal of the Timing Cover by disconnecting the battery's negative ground cable. Engine coolant and motor oil should drain from the cooling system and the engine. Once you separate the coolant recovery reservoir from the crankshaft balancer along with the drive belt tensioner and Power Steering Pump with its attached lines you can restage the pump where needed. The bypass pipe of the thermostat needs removal from the engine front cover while also detaching the radiator outlet hose from the coolant pump. Begin the front cover replacement process by removing the coolant pump pulley and then the engine front cover bolts (1, 2, and 3) and finally the lower Crankshaft Position Sensor wiring harness bracket. Wash down the gasket sealing areas before checking the condition of the engine front cover. When replacing the engine front cover drivers must also detach the drive belt shield with its attached Crankshaft Position Sensor and coolant pump. When reinstalling the engine replace the coolant pump onto the engine front cover first then reinstall the Crankshaft Position Sensor. Screw down the drive belt shield bolt until you reach 10 nm (89 inch lbs.). Place the engine front cover gasket over the surface before setting the engine front cover in position. Then secure the three engine front cover bolts (1, 2, and 3) with proper installation torque. Reconnect the lower Crankshaft Position Sensor wiring harness bracket alongside the coolant pump pulley and radiator outlet hose and thermostat bypass pipe. Place the Power Steering Pump into position with lines in place along with the drive belt tensioner and crankshaft balancer. Engine oil and engine coolant need to be filled prior to reconnecting the battery ground (negative) cable. Perform a ckp system variation learn procedure as the last step.