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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM5442548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Timing Chain Tensioner (1) - Install

  2. NOTE:

    Refer to the procedure link for torque specification.

  3. Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt (2) - Install [2x] - Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement 
  4. GM5431937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Timing Chain (1) - Install

  5. GM5164972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Hold the camshaft sprocket firmly and squarely during camshaft sprocket bolt removal/installation. Failure to do so may result in damage to the inside of the camshaft sprocket.

    Hold the intake camshaft sprocket (1) with hands from underneath the EN-52461  Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool (3) and install the EN-52461-1  Holder (3) into the intake camshaft sprocket to hold it securely before installing the camshaft sprocket bolt.

  6. Line up intake camshaft sprocket (1) with alignment marks, as you install them on chain and the housing which should of been done on removal.
  7. GM5164974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hold the exhaust camshaft sprocket (1) with hands from underneath the EN-52461  Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool (3) and install the EN-52461-1  Holder (3) into the exhaust camshaft sprocket to hold it securely before installing the camshaft sprocket bolt.

  8. Line up exhaust camshaft sprocket (1) with alignment marks, as you install them on chain and the housing which should of been done on removal.
  9. GM5285327Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Lubricate the camshaft sprocket bolts (1) with clean engine oil where indicated. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  10. GM5285310Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install and hand tighten the NEW camshaft sprocket bolts (1).

  11. GM5285332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Check that the EN-52461-1  Holder (1) sits correctly in the hole of the camshaft sprocket.

  12. Rotate the EN-52461-1  Holder counter-clockwise (1).
  13. While holding the EN-52461-1  Holder (1) in the counter-clockwise position, tighten the bolt (2) 6 N.m (53 lb in) just enough to hold the EN-52461-1  Holder in place.
  14. GM5285301Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intake Camshaft Sprocket Bolt (1) - Tighten - Camshaft Sprocket Bolt Replacement 

  15. GM5285332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Check that the EN-52461-1  Holder (4) sits correctly in the hole of the exhaust camshaft sprocket.

  16. Rotate the EN-52461-1  Holder counter-clockwise.
  17. While holding the EN-52461-1  Holder in the counter-clockwise position, tighten the bolt (3) 6 N.m (53 lb in) just enough to hold the EN-52461-1  Holder in place.
  18. GM5285301Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Bolt (1) - Tighten - Camshaft Sprocket Bolt Replacement 

  19. GM5442955Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    EN-955 - 10 - A  Locking Pin - Remove

  20. GM5002102Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Bolt (1, 2) - Loosen

  21. Slide the 2 EN-52461-1  Holder (3) out of the camshaft sprockets.
  22. GM5002065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Loosen the 2 bolts (1, 4) of EN-52461-100  Adapter Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool (5).

  23. Remove the EN-52461  Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool (5) along with the 2 EN-52461-100  Adapter Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool (2, 3) from the engine.
  24. GM5149274Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the EN-52462-A  Camshaft Tool (1) by rotating the levers in direction of arrows.

  25. GM5517369Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Loosen and disengage the bolt (2) from EN-52462-A  Camshaft Alignment Tool (1).

  26. EN-52462-A  Camshaft Alignment Tool (1) - Remove
  27. GM5525924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Clean and apply sealant to the camshaft cover opening plugs (1). Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  28. Camshaft Cover Opening Plug (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
  29. GM5431909Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Wiring Harness (1) @ Camshaft Carrier - Install

  30. GM4997073Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:
    • The timing chain upper cover sealing surface must be free of contamination prior to applying the sealer.
    • Install and align the timing chain upper cover to engine block within 10 minutes of applying the sealer.
    • The timing chain upper cover must be fastened to final torque specification within 15 minutes of applying the sealer.
    • Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant 

    Apply a 5 mm (0.2 in) bead of RTV (2) in the middle of both sides between the camshaft housing and the cylinder head T joint. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  31. Check that the 2 Pins (1) are in the camshaft housing or in the timing chain upper cover.
  32. GM4997066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Timing Chain Upper Cover Seal (1) - Install NEW

  33. Timing Chain Upper Cover (2) - Install
  34. GM4997059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Timing Belt Upper Cover Bolt M6 (3) - Install

  35. Timing Belt Upper Cover Bolt M5 (2) - Install [11x]
  36. NOTE:

    Refer to the procedure link for torque specification.

  37. Tighten the timing belt upper cover bolts in sequence. Timing Chain Upper Cover Replacement 
  38. GM5439441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Gasket (3) - Install NEW

  39. Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid (2) - Install
  40. Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Replacement - Intake
  41. GM5439440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Gasket (3) - Install NEW

  42. Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid (2) - Install
  43. Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Replacement - Exhaust
  44. GM5562846Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Wiring Harness (3) - Reposition

  45. Retainer (1) @ Timing Chain Upper Cover (2) - Engage [6x]
  46. Connect the 2 electrical connectors to the camshaft position actuator valve solenoids.
  47. GM5636755Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the ground wire (2) at the left front of the cylinder head.

  48. Engine Wiring Harness Ground Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
  49. GM4998009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:
    • The engine front cover sealing surface must be free of contamination prior to applying the sealer.
    • Install and align the engine front cover to engine block within 10 minutes of applying the sealer.
    • The engine front lower cover must be fastened to final torque specification within 15 minutes of applying the sealer.
    • Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant 

    Apply approximately a 4 mm (0.16 in) thick bead of sealant (1) to the engine front cover. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  50. Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Remove and DISCARD
  51. GM5108952Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install EN-52440  Crankshaft Oil Seal Ring Guide Front (2) to the crankshaft.

  52. Install the engine front cover (1) backwards using the 2 tabs to size the seal.
  53. GM4998004Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the engine front cover (1) after seal is sized.

  54. EN-52483  Guide Pins (2) - Install
  55. Engine Front Cover (1) - Install
  56. Remove the EN-52440  Crankshaft Oil Seal Ring Guide Front (3).
  57. GM4997994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the EN-52483  Guide Pins (2).

  58. Engine Front Cover Bolt (1) - Install and hand tighten [9x]
  59. Fig 1: Identifying Engine Front Lower Cover Bolts With Tightening Sequence
    GM4998008Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Refer to the procedure link for torque specification.

    Engine Front Cover Bolt (1) - Tighten in sequence [9x] - Engine Front Cover Replacement 

  60. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  61. GM5164169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The timing pin (3) is installed into the flexplate for engine timing procedures, it can be damaged if torque is applied to the flexplate with the timing pin engaged. The timing pin must be placed in the retracted position using the handle (1) and twisting to locked position. The slide part (4) to be installed to the flex plate when torque is applied to the flexplate or crankshaft balancer bolt.

    Retract the timing pin (3) using the handle (1) of the EN-52476  Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool (2).

  62. Ensure to engage the slide (4) of the EN-52476  Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool (2) into the automatic transmission flexplate.
  63. Lower the vehicle.
  64. GM4998850Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Crankshaft Balancer (2) - Install

  65. NOTE:

    Refer to the procedure link for torque specification.

  66. Crankshaft Balancer Bolt (1) - Install NEW - Crankshaft Balancer Replacement 
  67. EN-52476  Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool - Remove
  68. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  69. GM5164169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The timing pin (3) is installed into the flexplate for engine timing procedures, it can be damaged if torque is applied to the flexplate with the timing pin engaged. The timing pin must be placed in the retracted position using the handle (1) and twisting to locked position. The slide part (4) to be installed to the flex plate when torque is applied to the flexplate or crankshaft balancer bolt.

    EN-52476  Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool (2) - Remove

  70. Starter - Install - Starter Replacement (LSY)
  71. Lower the vehicle.
  72. GM5207702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount (3) - Install - Engine Mount Bracket Replacement 

  73. Fig 2: Identifying Accessory Drive Primary Belt Routing
    GM5085662Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Accessory Drive Primary Belt (1) - Install - Accessory Drive Primary Belt Replacement 

  74. GM5129545Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator (1) - Install - Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement

  75. Fill the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static LSY) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 LSY)
  76. Fill the engine oil to the proper level with NEW engine oil. Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement 
    1. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
    2. Approximate Fluid Capacities 
  77. Install the oil fill cap.
  78. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  79. Perform the engine oil life reset. GM Oil Life System Resetting (With Scan Tool) , or GM Oil Life System Resetting (Without Scan Tool)
  80. Check for leaks.