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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Right Side Valve Rocker Arm Cover
    GM406021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the new valve rocker arm cover gasket. Make sure that the valve rocker arm cover gasket is seated properly in the valve rocker arm cover groove.
  2. Install the right valve rocker arm cover.
  3. Apply thread lock compound GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent to the valve rocker arm cover bolt threads.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the right valve rocker arm cover bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    5. Fig 2: Right Engine Lift Bracket (3.8L)
    GM153580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the right engine lift bracket to the exhaust manifold.
  6. Install the right engine lift bracket bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt and the nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

    7. Fig 3: Fuel Injector Sight Shield Bracket Nuts
    GM371090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket to the exhaust manifold.
  8. Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  9. Install the EVAP purge solenoid and the brace. Refer to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement (L36) or Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement (L67) in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  10. Install the right spark plug wires to the right spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  11. Install the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Cross Vehicle in Body Front End.
  12. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  13. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L36)  or Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L67) .
  14. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  15. Check and fill the crankcase as necessary.
  16. Inspect for oil leaks.
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