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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the crankshaft sprocket using the J 38612. 
  2. Apply prelude GM P/N 1052365 or an equivalent to the crankshaft sprocket thrust surface.
    Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Sprocket
    G01810978Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the timing chain dampener.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the timing chain dampener bolts.

    Tighten 

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

    5. Fig 2: Installing Timing Chain Dampener
    G01810979Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Align the crankshaft timing mark (2) to the timing mark on the bottom of the timing chain dampener (1).
  6. Hold the camshaft sprocket with the timing chain hanging down.
  7. Install the timing chain to the crankshaft gear.
  8. Align the timing mark on the camshaft gear (4) with the timing mark on top of the timing chain dampener (3).
    Fig 3: Aligning Camshaft Sprocket To Timing Chain Dampener
    G01810980Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Align the dowel in the camshaft with the dowel hole in the camshaft sprocket.
  10. Draw the camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft using the mounting bolt.
    11. Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Sprocket
    G01810981Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Coat the crankshaft and the camshaft sprocket with engine oil.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).

  12. Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement  .
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