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Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection

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  1. Remove the crankshaft position sensor bolts from the engine front cover.
  2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
    Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor
    G01968152Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Cleaning Solvent Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Clean the engine front cover with cleaning solvent.
  4. Inspect the engine front cover sealing surfaces for damage.
  5. Inspect the engine front cover threaded holes.
  6. Repair or replace the engine front cover as necessary.
    Fig 2: View Of Engine Front Cover
    G01968153Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the crankshaft position sensor to the engine front cover.
    Fig 3: Installing Crankshaft Position Sensor & Mounting Bolts
    G01968154Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the crankshaft position sensor bolts. Apply threadlock GM P/N 12345382

    (Canadian P/N 10953489) or the equivalent to the threads.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolts to 10 N.m(89 lb in).