Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the new valve rocker arm cover gasket. Make sure that the valve rocker arm cover gasket is seated properly in the valve rocker arm cover groove.
- Install the right valve rocker arm cover.
- Apply thread lock compound GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the valve rocker arm cover bolt threads.
- Install the right valve rocker arm cover bolts.
Tighten:
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in)
- Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket to the exhaust manifold studs.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket nuts.
Tighten:
Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
- Install the right engine lift bracket.
- Install the right engine lift bracket nut and the bolt.
Tighten:
Tighten the nut and the bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
- Install the EVAP purge solenoid brace and the EVAP purge solenoid. Refer to EVAP CANISTER PURGE SOLENOID
- Install the right spark plug wires to the spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUGS
- Carefully release the J 41131. Return the engine to the proper position.
- Install the right and left engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right or Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left
- Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement (L36) or Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement (L67)
- Install the air cleaner intake duct.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L36) or Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L67)
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Check and fill crankcase as necessary.
- Inspect for oil leaks.