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Installation Procedure

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  1. Align the timing marks (1) of the camshaft intermediate and crankshaft sprockets. The marks should be aligned vertically in the installed position.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Primary Timing Marks
    G01819425Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the primary camshaft drive chain on the drive sprockets.
  3. Make sure that the number 1 piston is at top dead center (TDC) and the crankshaft keyway is approximately at the 1 o'clock position.
  4. Use the J 39946  to align the crankshaft key (1) with the drive sprocket.
  5. Install the following as an assembly:
    • The primary camshaft drive chain (4)
    • The crankshaft sprocket
    • The camshaft intermediate sprocket
    CAUTION: Refer toFASTENER NOTICE .
  6. Install the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the camshaft intermediate sprocket retaining bolt to 60 N.m (44 ft lbs).

    Fig 2: Installing Primary Camshaft Drive Chain & Sprockets
    G01819426Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  DO NOT remove the pin holding the tensioner until the secondary timing chains are installed.

  7. Install the primary drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner Replacement .
  8. Install the secondary camshaft drive chains. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Left  and Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right .
  9. Remove the pin from the primary timing chain tensioner release lever.
  10. Ensure the primary timing marks (1) are aligned vertically.
    11. Fig 3: Identifying Primary Timing Marks
    G01819427Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
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