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Intake Manifold Installation - Lower (L32)

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  1. Clean the lower intake manifold sealing surface using GM P/N 12346139 (Canadian P/N 10953463) or equivalent prior to installing any seals or gaskets.
  2. Fig 1: Cleaning Lower Intake Manifold Sealing Surface Using GM P/N 12346139 (L32)
    GM154536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the lower intake manifold gasket.
  4. Install the lower intake manifold.
  5. Apply Threadlocker 272 GM P/N 12345493, (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the bolt threads.
  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the lower intake manifold bolts including the two hidden bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts in sequence to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  8. Fig 2: Installing Lower Intake Manifold Bolts (L32)
    GM211918Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.