How to replace the primary cam gear and timing chain on Chevrolet Traverse?

To change the timing chain and sprockets, start by removing the engine front cover, then remove the spark plugs in order to facilitate the rotation of the Crankshaft. Then, remove the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain tensioner, secondary camshaft drive chain shoe, and secondary camshaft drive chain guide and then take out the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain. Follow to the removal of the Timing Chain Tensioner, in conjunction with the upper guide and the timing chain, the Crankshaft sprocket from the nose of the Crankshaft shall also be removed. For installation, ensure that the Crankshaft sprocket position has the timing mark visible and in line with the pin on Crankshaft, sliding it over until the sprocket contacts the step in the Crankshaft. Check the Crankshaft's position at stage one timing position with the timing mark in stage one timing mark on the oil pump cover using the en 46111. Mount the timing chain, then primary upper camshaft drive chain guide and finally installing the Timing Chain Tensioner. Next, install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain, its guide, shoe, as well as the tensioner. Lastly, replace the spark plugs and the engine front cover.

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Chevrolet Traverse Timing Chain Part Number: 12637744
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- Other Name: Chain, Engine Timing; Chain Guide
- Replaces: 12633451, 12616609
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2023 Chevrolet Traverse | High Country, L, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier, RS | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Traverse Timing Chain Part Number: 12637743
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- Other Name: Chain, Engine Timing; Chain Guide; Secondary Chain
- Replaces: 12633452, 12683547, 12616608
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2023 Chevrolet Traverse | High Country, L, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier, RS | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Traverse Timing Chain Part Number: 12627107
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- Other Name: Chain, Engine Timing
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- 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse | RS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Traverse Chain Part Number: 12626983
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- Other Name: Chain, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer; Balance Shaft Chain; Timing Chain
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- 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse | RS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

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Timing Chain Chevrolet traverse holds the role of synchronizing the rotation of the camshaft and the crankshaft in regards to valve timing, which is paramount to the vehicle's engine operations. Located at the front of the engine this metal chain has to be lubricated for it to work properly and it is used in high displacement engines since it is more durable than the rubber timing belts which have to be changed regularly. Since torque reversals are inherent of pushrod engines Chevrolet Traverse models incorporate the use of short chain drive in their pushrod engines; this dispels gear drive noise and wear. As much as timing chains are quite reliable, they can have problems rooted from the lubrication failure or even from the tensioner and chain guides. Another sign of a faulty timing chain system is or an audible metallic knocking sound originating from the front of the engine.

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Q: How to replace the primary cam gear and timing chain on Chevrolet Traverse?
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To change the timing chain and sprockets, start by removing the engine front cover, then remove the spark plugs in order to facilitate the rotation of the Crankshaft. Then, remove the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain tensioner, secondary camshaft drive chain shoe, and secondary camshaft drive chain guide and then take out the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain. Follow to the removal of the Timing Chain Tensioner, in conjunction with the upper guide and the timing chain, the Crankshaft sprocket from the nose of the Crankshaft shall also be removed. For installation, ensure that the Crankshaft sprocket position has the timing mark visible and in line with the pin on Crankshaft, sliding it over until the sprocket contacts the step in the Crankshaft. Check the Crankshaft's position at stage one timing position with the timing mark in stage one timing mark on the oil pump cover using the en 46111. Mount the timing chain, then primary upper camshaft drive chain guide and finally installing the Timing Chain Tensioner. Next, install the right bank secondary camshaft drive chain, its guide, shoe, as well as the tensioner. Lastly, replace the spark plugs and the engine front cover.