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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Crankshaft Balancer Friction Washer
    GM1674308Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure that the oil pump drive to crankshaft balancer friction washer is in place.
    2. Fig 2: Applying Sealant To Split Line Of Crankcases
    GM928307Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. If previously removed, install the water pump, the thermostat, and the front cover fitting. Refer to Engine Front Cover Assemble .
  3. Place a small amount of sealant at the split line of the upper and lower crankcases (1). Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM928304Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Place the NEW engine front cover gasket over the crankcase dowel pins.
    5. Fig 4: Split Line Of Upper And Lower Crankcases
    GM1651531Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Place a small amount of sealant at the engine front cover gasket pad area located on top of the split line of the upper and lower crankcases (1). Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
    6. Fig 5: Engine Front Cover
    GM1649677Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Place the engine front cover (2) in position on the crankcase.
  7. Apply the thread locking compound to the threads of the engine front cover bolts (3). Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
    8. Fig 6: Front Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
    GM1651534Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. 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).

    9. Fig 7: Crankshaft Balancer
    GM1614617Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the crankshaft balancer (2). Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Installation .
    10. Fig 8: Water Pump Pulley Bolts
    GM1649749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the water pump pulley. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (LC3) .
  11. Install the generator drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Generator .
  12. Install the generator drive belt. Refer to Generator Drive Belt Replacement .
  13. Install the radiator hose to the thermostat housing.
  14. Install the heater hose to the thermostat housing.
  15. Install the charge air cooler radiator inlet and outlet hoses. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Inlet Hose Replacement and Charge Air Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement .
  16. Install the charge air cooling coolant pump. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Coolant Pump Replacement .
  17. Install the electric cooling fan assembly. Refer to Engine Cooling Fan Replacement (LC3) .
  18. Install the front engine compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement .
  19. Install the supercharger drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Supercharger Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
    20. Fig 9: Water Outlet Housing
    GM1649745Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install the supercharger drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Supercharger .
  21. Install the air conditioning, power steering, and water pump drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  22. Install the air conditioning, power steering, and water pump drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Air Conditioning, Power Steering, and Water Pump .
  23. Install the air conditioning, power steering, and water pump drive belt. Refer to Water Pump and Air Conditioning Compressor and Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement .
  24. Install the water outlet housing. Refer to Water Outlet Housing Replacement (LC3) .
    25. Fig 10: Supercharger Assembly
    GM1614621Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the supercharger assembly. Refer to Supercharger Replacement .
  26. Fill the charge air cooling system with coolant. Refer to Charge Air Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Charge Air Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) .
  27. Fill the engine cooling system with coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47719) .
  28. Check the front cover, the engine cooling system, and the charge air cooling system for leaks.
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