Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the new valve rocker arm cover gasket. Make sure that valve rocker arm cover gasket is seated properly in the valve rocker arm cover groove.
- Install the left valve rocker arm cover.
- Apply thread lock compound GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent, to the valve rocker arm cover bolt threads.
- Install the left valve rocker arm cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the left valve rocker arm cover bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the left spark plug wire cover to the left valve rocker arm cover.
- Install the left spark plug wires to the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Install the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Upper (L67) or Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Upper (L36) .
- Install the left engine lift bracket to the exhaust manifold.
- Install the left engine lift bracket bolt and the nut.
Tighten: Tighten the engine lift bracket bolt and the nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L36) or Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L67) .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Check and fill the crankcase as necessary.
- Inspect for oil leaks.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.