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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Crankshaft Position Sensor At Engine Front Cover
    GM190537Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If removed, install the 24X CKP sensor. Refer to CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR .
  2. If removed install the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (3.4L) in Engine Cooling.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. If removed, install the drive belt shield.

    Install the drive belt shield bolt.

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

    4. Fig 2: Applying Sealer To Lower Tabs Of Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM61819Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Apply sealant to both sides of the engine front cover gasket with GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent.
    5. Fig 3: Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM61818Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the engine front cover gasket.
    6. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Engine Front Cover
    GM95865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the engine front cover.
  7. Install the engine front cover bolts (1, 2 and 3).

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the small engine front cover bolts (1) to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
    • Tighten the large engine front cover bolts (2,3) to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

    8. Fig 5: Crankshaft Position Sensor Wiring Harness Bracket & Bolt
    GM190536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the CKP sensor wiring harness bracket.
  9. Install the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor wiring harness bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  10. Install the radiator outlet hose to the engine front cover. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (3.4L) in Engine Cooling.
  11. Install the thermostat bypass pipe to the engine front cover. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  12. Install the power steering pump with the lines. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (3.4L) in Power Steering System.
  13. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  14. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
  15. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  16. Install the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  17. Fill the crankcase with new engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  18. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
  19. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  20. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to CKP SYSTEM VARIATION LEARN PROCEDURE .
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