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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Proper Cylinder Head Gasket Installation
    GM1557858Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Head gaskets are specific for right hand and left hand applications, and also must be installed with the correct side facing up. Note the markings (1) on the head gaskets for proper installation. Failure to do so may lead to engine damage.
  1. Install the cylinder head locator dowel pins, if necessary.
  2. Inspect the cylinder head locator dowel pins for proper installation.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket And Alignment Pins
    GM54362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install a NEW cylinder head gasket.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Cylinder Head
    GM52299Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: This component uses torque-to-yield bolts. When servicing this component do not reuse the bolts, New torque-to-yield bolts must be installed. Reusing used torque-to-yield bolts will not provide proper bolt torque and clamp load. Failure to install NEW torque-to-yield bolts may lead to engine damage.
  4. Install the cylinder head onto the locator pins and the engine.
  5. Install NEW cylinder head bolts finger tight.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
    GM826677Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) plus an additional 95 degrees using the J 45059  .
  7. Install the left spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
    8. Fig 5: View Of Left Side Spark Plug Wires
    GM1608802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install and connect the left spark plug wires to the ignition coil.
  9. Install the spark plug wire clips to the brackets.
  10. Connect the left spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
  11. Install the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
  12. Install the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LZ4) .
  13. Install the valve rocker arms and the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  14. Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to Lower Intake Manifold Replacement .
  15. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  16. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill Without HP5) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill Without HP5) .
  17. Inspect for leaks.
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