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Camshaft Cover Installation

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  1. Assemble the camshaft cover (2) and NEW gaskets (4). Ensure each gasket is located in the correct retaining groove in the camshaft cover.
    Fig 1: Camshaft Cover, Bolts And Gasket
    GM4182718Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Ensure all camshaft cover gaskets are replaced, including the inner gaskets.
  2. Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Refer to Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant 
  3. Add a 14 mm bead of sealant at the right and left T-joint where the front cover meets the cylinder head and at the rear of the camshaft cover at the right and left T-joint where the vacuum pump bolts on. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers .
  4. Install the cover on the cylinder head and hand start the bolts (1, 3).
  5. Tighten the camshaft cover bolts in sequence to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    Fig 2: Camshaft Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
    GM2726754Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Inspect the vacuum pump seal. Refer to Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection .
    Fig 3: Vacuum Assembly And Bolts
    GM2726747Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Ensure the vacuum pump seal does not need to be replaced and the sealing surface is clean prior to installing the gasket and pump.
  7. Install a NEW vacuum pump assembly gasket (3) on the vacuum pump assembly (2).
  8. Install the vacuum pump assembly (2) and bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  9. Install the camshaft position actuator solenoid valves (2) and bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    Fig 4: Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valves And Bolts
    GM4182717Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Inspect the inside of the ignition coil rubber boot for a thin, even coat of grease. If there is no grease present or additional grease is necessary, complete the following procedure:
    Fig 5: Ignition Coils And Bolts
    GM4182716Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    1. Apply a thin coating of dielectric grease evenly to the inside of the ignition coil rubber boot, up to a depth of 15 mm from the end of the boot. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers .
    2. Remove any excess grease from around the end of the boot and ensure there is not an excessive amount within the boot.
  11. Install the ignition coils (2) and bolts (1). Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  12. Install the front lift bracket (2).
    Fig 6: Front Lift Bracket
    GM2726742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the front lift bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  14. Install the rear lift bracket (1).
    Fig 7: Rear Lift Bracket And Bolts
    GM3962781Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Install the rear lift bracket bolts (2) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  16. Install the camshaft cover heat shield (2) and bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    Fig 8: Oil Level Indicator, O-Rings, Camshaft Cover Heat Shield And Bolts
    GM4182715Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Inspect the oil level indicator O-ring seals (4) and replace if necessary. Install the oil level indicator (3).
  18. Inspect the O-ring (4) on the engine coolant air bleed pipe. Replace if necessary.
    Fig 9: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe/Hose, Bolt And O-Ring
    GM4182710Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. Install the engine coolant air bleed hose (3), if necessary.
  20. Install the engine coolant air bleed pipe (2).
  21. Install the pipe bolt (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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