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Installation Procedure

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  1. For cylinder head assemble. Refer to Cylinder Head Assemble (LTG) and Cylinder Head Assemble (LKW) .
  2. Install the cylinder head gasket (3) to the block.
    Fig 1: Cylinder Head Bolts
    GM2726774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Do not use any sealing material.
  3. Install the cylinder head (2). Ensure the number 1 cylinder is at top dead center (TDC). The key on the crankshaft should be on top in the 12 o'clock position.
  4. Install the cylinder head bolts.
    Fig 2: Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
    GM2726776Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: Always use NEW cylinder head bolts.
    1. First Pass:  tighten the bolts in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
    2. Final Pass:  tighten the bolts an additional 190 degrees in sequence using the EN 45059  meter.
  5. Reposition the engine support fixture lift hook from the J-36857  Engine Lift Bracket (2) to the engine lift bracket (3).
    Fig 3: Engine Lift Bracket
    GM3789765Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Support engine as necessary from underneath while repositioning the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
  6. Remove the J-36857  Engine Lift Bracket (2) and fastener (1) from the engine block.
  7. Install the camshaft position actuator and camshaft - Intake. Refer to Camshaft Position Actuator and Camshaft Replacement - Intake (LTG) .
  8. Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement (LTG)  and Engine Front Cover Replacement (LKW) .
  9. Install the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement (LTG) and Exhaust Manifold Replacement (LKW) .
  10. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement (LKW)  and Intake Manifold Replacement (LTG) .
  11. Install the fuel pump. Refer to Fuel Pump Replacement .
  12. Install the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement (LKW)  and Camshaft Cover Replacement (LTG) .
  13. Refill the engine with NEW oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  14. Refill the coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) and Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static) .
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