How to replace the primary cam gear and timing chain on Cadillac DTS?

To replace the primary timing chain and sprockets, initial, remove the Oil Pump. Instead, align the primary timing marks with the help of the crankshaft socket (J 39946). Then, take off the drive chains for the secondary camshaft and the primary timing chain tensioner. First, remove the camshaft intermediate retaining bolt and pull out the primary timing chain, crankshaft sprocket, and the camshaft intermediate sprocket as a single unit. Check out camshaft timing drive components, clean, and inspect. For the installation, position the timing mark of the camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprockets vertically and fit the primary timing chain on the drive sprockets. Make sure to take the number 1 piston to top dead centre (TDC) with the crankshaft keyway at 1 o'clock, with the help of the tool crankshaft socket (J 39946), align the crankshaft key to the drive sprocket. Put in the main timing chain, the crankshaft sprocket, and the camshaft mid-sized sprocket together, and tighten the camshaft mid-sized sprocket retaining bolt to 60 n.m (44 lb ft). Do not take off the pin securing the tensioner until the second timing chains are in place. Mount the primary timing chain tensioner and then secondly the secondary camshaft drive chains. Lastly, pull out the pin from the primary timing chain tensioner release lever and align the primary timing marks vertically before fitting back the Oil Pump.

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Cadillac DTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12589584
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac DTS Camshaft Gear, Driver Side Part Number: 12577433
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket-Camshaft Intermediate Drive Shaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Intermediate Gear; Timing Gear Set; Sprocket, Engine Camshaft
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 12568563, 12556021
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac DTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12575882
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Replaces: 12574990
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Cadillac DTS Camshaft Gear Part Number: 12586897
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket, Engine Camshaft; Variable Valve Timing Sprocket; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Gear Set
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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The Cadillac DTS Cam Gear is a key part and plays a crucial role of boosting the performance and durability of Cadillac DTS cars. Best recognized to act optimally over the efficiency of the engine, the cam gear is used to make specific changes in the position of the valves, making considerable changes to torque and horsepower of the vehicle. This feature is inherent to providing a strong and sensitive feeling when driving, and that is why the Cadillac DTS is one of the best luxury sedans. The Cam Gear fits different DTS models that were manufactured between 2005 and 2011, and it enables each car to reach its optimal performance for better fuel consumption and safety on the road. The Cadillac DTS, which is famous for its taxi like interior space and comfort, stands greatly to benefit from the highly complex make up of the Cam Gear, specifically a device that hooks on to the cam shaft to help effect certain timing changes. It not only helps to increase the effectiveness of the car, but also make a positive influence on the reliability of Cadillac DTS so that the drivers would exploit the machine with smooth and fine power. Also, there is an attempt to deliver more novel design features on the Cam Gear, the vehicle's solid building and accurate calculations being a reflection of Cadillac's high standards of production. To sum up, there is nothing more important for efficient and good operation of the Cadillac DTS lineup than its Cam Gear and the Cadillac enthusiasts are aware of it.

Cadillac DTS Cam Gear Parts and Q&A

Camshaft Gear, Driver Side
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Q: How to replace the primary cam gear and timing chain on Cadillac DTS?
A:
To replace the primary timing chain and sprockets, initial, remove the Oil Pump. Instead, align the primary timing marks with the help of the crankshaft socket (J 39946). Then, take off the drive chains for the secondary camshaft and the primary timing chain tensioner. First, remove the camshaft intermediate retaining bolt and pull out the primary timing chain, crankshaft sprocket, and the camshaft intermediate sprocket as a single unit. Check out camshaft timing drive components, clean, and inspect. For the installation, position the timing mark of the camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprockets vertically and fit the primary timing chain on the drive sprockets. Make sure to take the number 1 piston to top dead centre (TDC) with the crankshaft keyway at 1 o'clock, with the help of the tool crankshaft socket (J 39946), align the crankshaft key to the drive sprocket. Put in the main timing chain, the crankshaft sprocket, and the camshaft mid-sized sprocket together, and tighten the camshaft mid-sized sprocket retaining bolt to 60 n.m (44 lb ft). Do not take off the pin securing the tensioner until the second timing chains are in place. Mount the primary timing chain tensioner and then secondly the secondary camshaft drive chains. Lastly, pull out the pin from the primary timing chain tensioner release lever and align the primary timing marks vertically before fitting back the Oil Pump.