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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4121418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Locate the camshaft position actuator dowel pin (1).

  2. GM3689069Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the intake camshaft position actuator (2).

  3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    NOTE:

    Counterhold the camshaft with a suitable tool.

    NOTE:

    Refer to Special Tools .

  4. Install the intake camshaft position actuator bolt (1) and tighten to:
    1. First pass to 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
    2. Final pass to an additional 90 degrees using EN-45059  meter.
  5. GM3689061Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    The marks (2) of the camshaft position actuators must be positioned approximately at the 12 O'clock position.

  6. GM4121412Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Loosen the bolt (2).

  7. Loosen the bolt (5, 6).
  8. EN 51691  timing chain retainer (1), (4).
  9. GM4121386Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove EN 51632  camshaft locking tool (1).

  10. Check the position of the crankshaft, camshaft and camshaft position actuator.
  11. GM3682494Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Turn crankshaft 720 degrees in the direction of engine rotation by the crankshaft balancer bolt (2).

  12. Adjust the engine to cylinder 1 top dead center (TDC) of combustion stroke. Set crankshaft in direction of engine rotation until the markings (1, 2) line up. Rotate at the crankshaft balancer bolt (3).
  13. GM4121386Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the EN 51632  camshaft locking tool (1).

  14. If the EN 51632  camshaft locking tool (1) can be installed, the engine timing is properly adjusted.
  15. Install the timing chain upper guide. Refer to Timing Chain Upper Guide Replacement .
  16. Install the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement .