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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head To Lower Intake Manifold Joint
    GM190588Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a new left valve rocker arm cover gasket to the valve rocker arm cover.
  2. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346141 (Canadian P/N 10953433) or equivalent at the cylinder head to lower intake manifold joint at the rear of the lower intake manifold (1).
    3. Fig 2: Cylinder Head To Lower Intake Manifold Joint (Front)
    GM190589Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346141 (Canadian P/N 10953433) or equivalent at the cylinder head to lower intake manifold joint at the front of the lower intake manifold (1).
    4. Fig 3: Left Valve Rocker Arm Cover & Bolts
    GM61833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the left valve rocker arm cover.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the valve rocker arm cover bolts.

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

  6. Install the PCV valve to the left valve rocker arm cover.
  7. Install the thermostat bypass hose and pipe. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  8. Install the right engine mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right .
  9. Install the left spark plug wires.
  10. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
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