I need help removing Timing Chain cover

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11-23-2003, 09:46 AM

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I need help removing Timing Chain cover

I need help removing the timing chain cover, as I have removed all of the screws that hold it in, and I have broken the seal on the top and have gotten to open the top half. but the bottom is extremely tight and wont budge, and I am weary of breaking the cover itself. If you have any suggestions or if you can search and let me know, please do so.

11-23-2003, 10:00 AM

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Why is it that your removing that cover? Are you sure you got all the bolts off? When I did mines it came off pretty easy.

11-23-2003, 10:52 AM

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ummm, I'm sorry, I am changing the water pump, but it is really hard to pass thru the supplied hole in the cover.

11-23-2003, 10:58 AM

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i thought maybe he was sending it out for chroming...

oh well!

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11-23-2003, 01:11 PM

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not this time guys. lol.

11-23-2003, 03:11 PM

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Seperating the timing chain covers is a PITA! I did it with the engine out of the car, and I had to use a crowbar and several large screwdrivers.

That being said...I found removing the oil pan(s) made the seal weaker and gave me a better angle to pry the covers apart.