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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.0L (L81) 🢒 Timing Belt Idler Pulley Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove intake air resonator. Refer to Intake Air Resonator Replacement in Engine Controls.
  2. Remove the intake plenum. Refer to Intake Plenum Replacement .
  3. Remove the timing belt cover. Refer to Timing Belt Cover Replacement .
  4. Remove the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 345843 Size: SH
  5. Remove the timing belt idler pulley bolt.
  6. Remove the timing belt idler pulley (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 345843 Size: SH
  1. Install the timing belt idler pulley (2).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the timing belt idler pulley bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the timing belt idler pulley bolt until snug, the bolt will be tightened to specifications during the timing belt installation and adjustment procedure.

  3. Install the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement .
  4. Install the timing belt cover. Refer to Timing Belt Cover Replacement .
  5. Install the intake plenum. Refer to Intake Plenum Replacement .
  6. Install the intake air resonator. Refer to Intake Air Resonator Replacement in Engine Controls.