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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the oil pump.
  2. Install the oil pump cover to balance shaft housing. Tighten the bolts to 54 N.m (40 ft lbs).
  3. Install the balance shaft chain tensioner.

    Important:  A brass feeler gauge needs to be used to ensure correct measurements are obtained. If a steel gauge is used, it will not bend to conform to the guide and will not allow for correct measurements.

  4. Adjust the balance shaft drive chain tension by inserting a 1 mm (0.40 in). Brass feeler gauge between the chain guide and the chain.
    5. Fig 1: Adjusting Balance Shaft Drive Chain Tension
    G01777641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Press the guide against the chain using about 3 pounds of force.
  6. Tighten the chain tensioner. Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 in lbs).
  7. Install the oil pan gasket and the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
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