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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.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the valve rocker arm cover gasket is seated properly in the valve rocker arm cover groove.
  1. Install the new valve rocker arm cover gasket.
  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 Bolt & Nut
    GM910986Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the right engine lift bracket (1) to the exhaust manifold.
  6. Install the right engine lift bracket bolt (2) and the nut (3).

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

    7. Fig 3: Fuel Injector Sight Shield Bracket & Nuts
    GM911011Courtesy 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 right spark plug wires to the right spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  10. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  11. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  13. Check and fill the crankcase as necessary.
  14. Inspect for oil leaks.
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