Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If necessary, perform the following steps:
- Assemble the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Assemble .
- Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right (RWD) or Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right (AWD) .

Fig 1: View Of Right Cylinder Head Gasket

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Install a NEW cylinder head gasket.

Fig 2: View Of Right Cylinder Head

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Carefully install the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold to the engine. Refer to Cylinder Head Installation - Right .
Connect the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
Install the battery negative cable to the cylinder head. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Replacement (LY7) or Battery Negative Cable Replacement (LH2) in Engine Electrical.

Fig 3: Locating Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt & Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Stud

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the wiring harness conduit to the cylinder head.
Tighten: Tighten the wiring harness upper bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Wiring Harness Ground Bolt At Side Of Right Cylinder Head

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Install the wiring harness ground to the side of the cylinder head.
Tighten: Tighten the wiring harness ground bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right (LY7) in Engine Exhaust.
Install the coolant inlet pipe. Refer to Coolant Pipe Replacement - Inlet (LY7) in Engine Cooling.
Install the right bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right .