Engine Block Assemble

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Install the drain plug in the water pump.

Fig 1: View Of Oil Passage Plug, Oil Flow Check Valve & Water Jacket Drain Plug
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Apply GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the plug before installation.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the coolant jacket plugs.
Tighten: Tighten the coolant jacket plug to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
Install the rear oil passage plugs.
Apply GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the plugs before installation.
Tighten: Tighten the oil passage plug to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Install the other oil passage plugs.
Apply GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the plug before installation.
Tighten: Tighten the oil passage plugs to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
Lubricate the crankshaft position sensor O-ring with engine oil.

Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Position Sensor
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Install the crankshaft position sensor and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the oil pressure switch.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pressure switch to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
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Install the knock sensor and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the knock sensor bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 4: View of Knock Sensor
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