What tools are needed to replace the timing chain?

R.LEWIS

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2008 CADILLAC SRX
3.6L
V6
4WD
AUTOMATIC
108,000 MILES

Looking for tools needed? What tools are needed for pulley removal and is it just the harmonic balancer pulley that needs to be removed as far as pulleys are concerned? How to check if the cam phasers need to be replaced? Should I replace the harmonic balancer? Most importantly I need a timing chain replacement manual. Thanks a million.

Saturday, July 2nd, 2022 AT 3:05 PM

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KEN L

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There are some special tools to hold the rear of the camshafts in time while the timing chain and guides are being replaced. Also, there is a special tool that holds the crankshaft from turning when you loosen the front damper bolt to remove the harmonic balancer, I have included in the diagrams below the instructions on how to do the job. Make sure to disconnect the battery and drain the coolant first. Check out the diagrams (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

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