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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install a new right cylinder head gasket.
    Fig 1: Installing Right Cylinder Head Gasket
    G02081486Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the right cylinder head over the locator pins and the gasket.
    Fig 2: Installing Cylinder Head
    G02081487Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the new cylinder head bolts

    Tighten 

    1. 3.1. Tighten the bolts in sequence to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
    2. 3.2. Use the J 36660-A  to rotate the cylinder head bolts in sequence an additional 95 degrees.
  4. Install the right exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT (3.1 L)  .
  5. Install the right spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUGS in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
  6. Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR in Generators and Regulators.
    Fig 3: Locating Right Cylinder Head Bolts Tighten Sequence
    G02081488Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the fuel line bracket.
  8. Install the fuel line bracket bolt and stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt and stud to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  9. Install the right spark plug wires to the spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUGS in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
  10. Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to EXHAUST CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENT (3.1 L) .
  11. Install the pushrods and valve rocker arms. Refer to VALVE ROCKER ARM AND PUSH ROD REPLACEMENT  .
  12. Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - LOWER  .
  13. Fill the crankcase with engine oil. Refer to ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT  .
  14. Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in Engine Cooling.
  15. Inspect for leaks.
    Fig 4: Installing Fuel Line Bracket
    G02081489Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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