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Installation Procedure

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  1. Coat the camshaft with lubricant GM P/N 12345501, Canada P/N 992704, or equivalent before installation.
  2. Install the camshaft.
  3. Install the camshaft key.
  4. Install the camshaft thrust plate.
    Fig 1: Installing Camshaft Thrust Plate
    G01728836Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the camshaft thrust plate bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the camshaft thrust plate bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  6. Install the balance shaft drive gear (2) to the camshaft (1).
    Fig 2: Installing Balance Shaft Drive Gear
    G01728837Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Align the timing marks (2) on the balance shaft gear (1) and the balance shaft drive gear (3).
    Fig 3: Aligning Timing Marks
    G01728838Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the timing chain and sprockets. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement .
  9. Install the valve lifters. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .
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