Engine Block Assemble
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the oil pressure switch threads.
- Install the engine oil pressure switch and tighten to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the knock sensors and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the engine block plug.
- Install a NEW engine block plug and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the transmission locating pins. The installation height should be 8.3-9.3 mm (0.327-0.366 in) (A).
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the front oil gallery plug threads (110, 137).
- Install the front oil gallery plug (110) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the front oil gallery plug (137) and tighten to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12377901 (Canadian P/N 10953504), or equivalent to the front oil gallery plug (107).
- Install the front oil gallery plug (107) so that it is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) below flush of the engine block.
- Install the engine front cover locating pins (546). The installation height should be 5.8-8.2 mm (0.228-0.323 in) (A).
- Apply Sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the rear oil gallery plugs.
- Install the rear oil gallery plugs (103) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the rear oil gallery plugs (102) and tighten to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12377901 (Canadian P/N 10953504), or equivalent to the camshaft rear bearing hole plug.
- Install the camshaft rear bearing hole plug.
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the left and right coolant drain plug threads.
- Install the left coolant drain plug and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the right coolant drain plug and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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CAUTION:
Maximum gasket performance is achieved when using new fasteners, which contain a thread-locking patch. If the fasteners are not replaced, a thread locking chemical must be applied to the fastener threads. Failure to replace the fasteners or apply a thread-locking chemical MAY reduce gasket sealing capability.