Engine Front Cover Cleaning And Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Do not use the crankshaft front oil seal again. Install a NEW crankshaft front oil seal during assembly.
- Do not use the front cover-to-engine block gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
- Do not use the camshaft position (CMP) actuator magnet gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
- Clean the cover in solvent. Remove the sealant from the cover oil pan surface. Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets .
- Dry the cover with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces (1, 4) for excessive scratches or gouging.
- Inspect the threaded bolt holes (2, 3) for damaged threads or debris.
NOTE:
WARNING:
Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Warning .