Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If necessary, perform the following steps:
- Assemble the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Assemble .
- Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right .

Fig 1: View Of Right Cylinder Head Gasket

GM902817

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Install a NEW cylinder head gasket.

Fig 2: View Of Right Cylinder Head

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Carefully install the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold to the engine. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Right .

Fig 3: Identifying Wiring Harness Conduit Upper Bolt

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the wiring harness conduit to the cylinder head.
Tighten: Tighten the wiring harness upper bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 4: Locating Wiring Harness Ground At Front Of Cylinder Head

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Install the wiring harness ground to the front of the cylinder head.
Tighten: Tighten the cylinder head front ground bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 5: Wiring Harness Ground At Rear Of Cylinder Head

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Install the wiring harness ground to the rear of the cylinder head.
Tighten: Tighten the cylinder head rear ground bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the right bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right .
Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LY7) in Engine Exhaust.
Install the assembled powertrain module to the vehicle. Refer to Engine Replacement .