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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install intake camshaft position actuator adjuster and/or the exhaust camshaft position actuator adjuster (3).
    Fig 1: Camshaft Position Actuator Adjuster Closure Bolt
    GM2026844Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: If the cover is contaminated with oil, you have to clean it close.
  2. Install a NEW intake camshaft position actuator adjuster bolt and/or a NEW exhaust camshaft position actuator adjuster bolt (2). DO NOT tighten the bolts yet.
  3. Install the EN-6340  locking tool into the camshaft position actuator adjusters.
    Fig 2: Spot Type Markings And Locking Tool
    GM2373398Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    1. Install the EN-6340-left  locking tool (1) in the camshaft position actuator adjusters as shown.
      NOTE: The spot type marking (4) on the intake camshaft position actuator adjuster does not correspond to the groove of EN-6340-left  locking tool - left during this process but must be somewhat above as shown.
    2. Install the EN-6340-right  locking tool (2) in the camshaft position actuator adjusters as shown.
      NOTE: The spot type marking (3) on the exhaust camshaft position actuator adjuster must correspond to the groove on EN-6340-left  locking tool - right.
  4. Tighten the camshaft position actuator adjuster bolts (2) in three passes use the EN-45059  meter:
    Fig 3: Camshaft Position Actuator Adjuster Closure Bolt
    GM2026844Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    CAUTION: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: A second technician is required.
    NOTE: Use an appropriate open-end wrench in order to counterhold the camshaft hexagon. A thin cross-section wrench is required for a better fit. The usage of EN-6628-A  locking tool is for the camshaft adjustment to prevent misalignment of the camshafts. The wrench is required to counterhold the camshafts during bolt torque procedure.
    1. First pass tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    2. Second pass to 150 degrees.
    3. Final pass to 15 degrees.
  5. Install the 2 camshaft position actuator adjuster closure plugs (1) and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
    NOTE: Check the closure bolt seal ring.
  6. Remove the EN-6628-A  locking tool.
  7. Raise the vehicle.
  8. Install the timing belt tensioner (2) and tighten the NEW timing belt tensioner bolt (1) in three passes use the EN-45059  meter :
    Fig 4: Timing Belt Tensioner
    GM2027017Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
    1. First pass tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
    2. Second pass to 120 degrees.
    3. Final pass to 15 degrees.
  9. Install the timing belt idler pulley (2) and tighten the NEW bolt (1) in three passes use the EN-45059  meter:
    Fig 5: Timing Belt Idler Pulley Bolt
    GM2026843Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
    1. First pass tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
    2. Second pass to 120 degrees.
    3. Final pass to 15 degrees.
  10. Install the crankshaft sprocket (1).
    Fig 6: Crankshaft Sprocket
    GM2028278Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: When installing the crankshaft sprocket, the cam and the groove must align (2).
  11. Set the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation to TDC. Use the crankshaft balancer bolt.
    Fig 7: Aligning Timing Belt Drive Gear And Oil Pump Housing
    GM2027014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install the timing belt (1).
    Fig 8: Timing Belt Routing
    GM2512747Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Guide the timing belt past the tensioner and place it on the crankshaft sprocket wheel.
  14. Place the timing belt on the exhaust and intake camshaft position actuator adjusters.
  15. Apply tension to the timing belt tensioner (2) in the direction of the arrow, using an allen key (1).
    Fig 9: Drive Belt Tensioner, Allen Key And Locking Pin
    GM1937014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove the EN-6333  pin (3).
  17. Release tension on timing belt tensioner.
    NOTE: The timing belt tensioner moves automatically to the correct position.
  18. Check position of the camshaft and camshaft position actuator adjuster.
    1. Turn crankshaft 720 degrees in the direction of engine rotation by the crankshaft balancer bolt.
    2. Insert EN-6340  locking tool into camshaft position actuator adjuster.
      NOTE: Note marking, camshaft position actuator adjuster.
  19. Insert the EN-6628-A  locking tool (1) into the camshafts.
    Fig 10: Locking Tool
    GM2026534Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  20. Align camshafts by hexagon until EN-6628-A  locking tool can be inserted in both camshafts.
  21. Check the crankshaft position.
    Fig 11: Aligning Timing Belt Drive Gear And Oil Pump Housing
    GM2027014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: The crankshaft sprocket and oil pump housing must align.
  22. Remove the EN-6628-A  locking tool.
  23. Install the lower front timing belt cover (1) and tighten the 4 bolts (2) to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
    Fig 12: Timing Belt Lower Front Cover
    GM2026840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  24. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Automatic Transmission)  and Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Manual Transmission) .
  25. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  26. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  27. Lower the vehicle.
  28. Install the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve. Refer to Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Replacement .
  29. Install the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement .
  30. Install the timing belt upper front cover (1).
    Fig 13: Timing Belt Upper Front Cover
    GM2027572Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  31. Install the 2 timing belt upper front cover bolts (2) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  32. Install the air cleaner housing. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (1.8L LUW) and Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (1.8L LWE) .
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