Installation Procedure

Important:  Apply sealant GM P/N 12346286 (Canadian P/N 10953472) or equivalent at the cylinder head to lower intake manifold joint.

1. Apply sealant at the cylinder head to lower intake manifold joint at the rear of the lower intake manifold (1).
   Fig 1: Applying Sealant At Cylinder Head To Lower Intake Manifold Joint At Rear Lower Intake Manifold

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2. Apply sealant at the cylinder head to lower intake manifold joint at the front of the lower intake manifold (1).
3. Install a new right valve rocker arm cover gasket.
   Fig 2: Applying Sealant At Cylinder Head To Lower Intake Manifold Joint At Front Of Lower Intake Manifold

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4. Install the right valve rocker arm cover.
   NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
5. Install the right valve rocker arm cover bolts.

   Tighten 

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

6. Install the vacuum hose to the grommet in the right valve rocker arm cover.
7. Install the ignition coil bracket studs.
8. Install the ignition coil bracket with the coils. Refer to IGNITION COILS in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
9. Install the EVAP purge valve. Refer to EVAP CANISTER PURGE VALVE in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
10. Install the right spark plug wires. Refer to SPARK PLUGS in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
11. Install the generator bracket.
12. Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR in Generators and Regulators.
13. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  .
14. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE in Battery.
15. Inspect for leaks.
    Fig 3: Installing Right Valve Rocker Arm Cover

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