Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. 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 (L26) .
- Install the left engine lift bracket to the cylinder head.
- 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).
- 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.