How to replace the Cam Gear on 2004 Cadillac CTS?

The first step for camshaft drive sprocket replacement starts with Timing Belt removal. The crank hub torx® socket (J42098) permits users to turn the Crankshaft counterclockwise until it reaches 60 degrees before top dead center (BTDC) when identified by the index mark on the oil pump cover while preventing piston-valve contact. The next step entails removing the camshaft drive sprocket bolt while the drive sprockets maintain their position through the Timing Belt alignment kit (J42069-1 and J42069-2) before discarding the existing bolt. First remove the j42069-1 along with j42069-2 then proceed to uninstall the camshaft drive sprocket. The installation process requires the Crankshaft to maintain a 60 degrees btdc position. The camshaft drive sprocket numbered slots should match camshaft pins exactly before checking that the drive sprocket reference mark faces the rear Timing Belt cover notch. Insert the newly provided camshaft drive sprocket bolt while making needed adjustments to the camshaft drive sprockets to achieve proper reference mark position with notches. Use the j42069-1 or j42069-2 tools to suspend the camshaft drive sprocket together with camshaft before torquing the bolt to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). First adjust the Crankshaft gear bolt 60 degrees through the torque/angle meter (J36660-A) before setting it to a further 15-degree angle. Place the Crankshaft at top dead center position using the crank hub torx® socket (J42098) then reinstall the Timing Belt.

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2004 Cadillac CTS Actuator Part Number: 12588273
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
- Replaces: 12583295, 12599729
- Item Weight: 2.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.5 x 4.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12588273
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Fits the following 2004 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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2004 Cadillac CTS Actuator Part Number: 12588272
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- Other Name: Actuator, Camshaft Position; Actuator, Engine Camshaft
- Replaces: 12583296
- Item Weight: 2.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.2 x 4.1 x 4.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12588272
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Fits the following 2004 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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2004 Cadillac CTS Camshaft Gear, Passenger Side Part Number: 12597414
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- Other Name: Sprocket, Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Cam Gear; Intermediate Gear; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft
- Position: Passenger Side
- Item Weight: 0.90 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.3 x 4.2 x 4.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12597414
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Fits the following 2004 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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2004 Cadillac CTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12576407
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- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set; Sprocket
- Replaces: 12552953
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 7.1 x 6.3 x 4.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12576407
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- V | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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2004 Cadillac CTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 90466551
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- Other Name: Sprocket, Camshaft; Gear; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Gear, Engine Camshaft
- Item Weight: 1.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 5.4 x 2.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Require Quantity: 2
- SKU: 90466551
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Fits the following 2004 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, Luxury, Luxury Sport | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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2004 Cadillac CTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 90573286
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- Other Name: Gear, Camshaft; Gear; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Gear, Engine Camshaft
- Replaces: 90502674
- Item Weight: 2.00 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.5 x 2.6 inches
- Condition: New
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- Require Quantity: 2
- SKU: 90573286
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- Base, Luxury, Luxury Sport | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS

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Q: How to replace the Cam Gear on 2004 Cadillac CTS?
A: The first step for camshaft drive sprocket replacement starts with Timing Belt removal. The crank hub torx® socket (J42098) permits users to turn the Crankshaft counterclockwise until it reaches 60 degrees before top dead center (BTDC) when identified by the index mark on the oil pump cover while preventing piston-valve contact. The next step entails removing the camshaft drive sprocket bolt while the drive sprockets maintain their position through the Timing Belt alignment kit (J42069-1 and J42069-2) before discarding the existing bolt. First remove the j42069-1 along with j42069-2 then proceed to uninstall the camshaft drive sprocket. The installation process requires the Crankshaft to maintain a 60 degrees btdc position. The camshaft drive sprocket numbered slots should match camshaft pins exactly before checking that the drive sprocket reference mark faces the rear Timing Belt cover notch. Insert the newly provided camshaft drive sprocket bolt while making needed adjustments to the camshaft drive sprockets to achieve proper reference mark position with notches. Use the j42069-1 or j42069-2 tools to suspend the camshaft drive sprocket together with camshaft before torquing the bolt to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). First adjust the Crankshaft gear bolt 60 degrees through the torque/angle meter (J36660-A) before setting it to a further 15-degree angle. Place the Crankshaft at top dead center position using the crank hub torx® socket (J42098) then reinstall the Timing Belt.