Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Removing & Installing Rear Timing Belt Cover

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IMPORTANT: Ensure the knock sensor pigtail does not get pinched between the rear timing belt cover and the engine.

Position the rear timing belt cover to the engine.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the rear timing belt cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear timing belt cover bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
Coat the threaded pin (1) with thread locking compound, GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489), or equivalent.
Install the rear timing belt cover threaded pin (1).
Tighten: Tighten the rear timing belt cover threaded pin to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Identifying Knock Sensor Pigtail

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IMPORTANT: The knock sensor pigtail is guided past the rear timing belt cover by several retaining clips.
Route the knock sensor pigtail as noted during removal.

Install the knock sensor pigtail into the retaining clips. Ensure that the pigtail does not contact any moving parts.
Connect the knock sensor pigtail (1) to the bracket.

Fig 3: Removing & Installing Timing Belt Tensioner Locking Nut, Washer & Pulley

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Install the timing belt tensioner pulley, washer and locking nut.
The locking nut will be tighten to specifications after all final adjustments are made.
Install the camshaft drive sprockets. Refer to Camshaft Drive Sprocket Replacement .