Installation Procedure

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Install a NEW front cover.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the front cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing Front Cover

GM869732

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT reuse the original CKP sensor O-ring seal.

Lubricate a NEW CKP sensor O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
Install the NEW O-ring seal onto the CKP sensor.

Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Position Sensor Seal O-Ring

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IMPORTANT: When installing the CKP sensor, make sure the sensor is fully seated before tightening the bolt. A poorly seated sensor may perform erratically and may set false DTCs.

Install the CKP sensor and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of CKP Sensor & Bolt

GM11485

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Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector (5).

Fig 4: View Of Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector, CKP Electrical Connector & Battery Ground Bolt

GM782731

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Install the engine shield and bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 5: View Of Engine Protection Shield

GM349061

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Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
Install the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (4.3L Engine) in Engine Cooling.