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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Inspecting Exterior Of Engine Front Cover
    GM1408425Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Inspect the exterior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
    • Damage to the camshaft position actuator valve oil seal bores (1)
    • Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (2)
    • Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (3)
    • Dents or damage to the exterior (4)
    • Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore (5)
    • Gouges or damage to the water pump sealing surfaces (6)
    • Damage to the water pump bolt hole threads (7)
    2. Fig 2: Checking Interior Of Engine Front Cover
    GM1408427Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Inspect the interior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
    • Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (1)
    • Gouges or damage to the engine front cover sealing surfaces to the engine block (7), oil pan (5), and/or camshaft covers (2)
    • Gouges or damage to the water pump seal area (3)
    • Loose or damaged deadener plates (4)
    • Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (6)
    • Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore
    • Gouges or damage to the O-ring sealing areas
  3. Repair or replace the engine front cover as necessary.
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