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Engine Front Cover Installation

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    Fig 1: Applying Sealant To Split Line Of Crankcases
    GM928307Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Place a small amount of sealant GM P/N 12578521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or equivalent at the split line of the upper and lower crankcases (2) and at the top of the block face (1).
  2. Fig 2: View Of Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM928304Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Place the NEW engine front cover gasket over the crankcase dowel pins.
  4. Fig 3: View Of Engine Front Cover
    GM928288Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Place the engine front cover in position on the crankcase.
  6. Apply the thread locking compound GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the threads of the engine front cover bolts.
  7. Install the engine front cover bolts.
  8. Fig 4: Tightening Engine Front Cover Bolts
    GM928300Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Tighten the engine front cover bolts in the sequence shown.

    Tighten:  Tighten the engine front cover bolts in proper sequence to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).