Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If removed install the camshaft thrust plate.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the camshaft thrust plate bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the camshaft thrust plate bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 1: Camshaft Thrust Plate
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Install the crankshaft sprocket using the J 38612 .
Remove the J 38612 .
Apply Engine Oil Supplement (EOS) GM P/N 1052367 or equivalent to the sprocket thrust surface.

Fig 2: Installing Camshaft Sprocket
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Install the timing chain dampener to the block.
Tighten

Tighten the timing chain dampener bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 3: Timing Chain Dampener
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Hold the camshaft sprocket with the chain hanging down, and install the chain to the crankshaft gear.

Fig 4: Camshaft Sprocket
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Align the crankshaft timing mark to the timing mark on the bottom of the timing chain dampener (2).
Hold the camshaft sprocket with the timing chain hanging down and install the timing chain to the crankshaft gear.
Align the timing mark on the camshaft gear with the timing mark on top of the timing chain dampener (1).

Fig 5: Timing Chain Dampener To Camshaft Sprocket Locator Hole & Sprocket
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Install the camshaft sprocket bolt.
Draw the camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft using the mounting bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).
Coat the crankshaft and camshaft sprocket with engine oil.
Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .

Fig 6: Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
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