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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the left secondary camshaft timing components in the following order:
    1. 1.1. Align the intake sprocket drive pin (4) with the single darkened link (3).
    2. 1.2. Align the exhaust sprocket drive pin (1) between the two darkened links (2).
    3. 1.3. Slide the exhaust camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft aligning the drive pin into the camshaft notch.
    Fig 1: Identifying Left Secondary Camshaft Timing Components Position
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    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the exhaust camshaft sprocket bolt.

    Tighten 

    1. 2.1. Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    2. 2.2. Use the J 36660-A  in order to tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt an additional 45 degrees.
    Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
    G01816783Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the locking wire (2) from the left secondary drive chain tensioner (1) allowing the tensioner shoes to expand and apply pressure to the drive chain.
    Fig 3: Removing Locking Wire From Left Secondary Drive Chain Tensioner
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  4. Remove the J 42038  from the left camshafts.
  5. Install the left camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement - Left .
    Fig 4: Removing J 42038
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