Installation Procedure
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- Install the key into the crankshaft keyway, if previously removed.
- Tap the key (122) into the keyway until both ends of the key bottom onto the crankshaft.
- Install the crankshaft sprocket (207) onto the front of the crankshaft. Align the crankshaft key with the crankshaft sprocket keyway.
- Use the J 41478 (1) and the J 41665 (2) in order to install the crankshaft sprocket. See Special Tools . Install the sprocket onto the crankshaft until fully seated against the crankshaft flange.
- Compress the timing chain tensioner guide and install the EN 46330 . See Special Tools .
- Install the timing chain tensioner (232) and bolts (231).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- The sprocket teeth and timing chain must mesh.
- The camshaft and the crankshaft sprocket alignment marks MUST be aligned properly.
- Position the camshaft sprocket (205) so the timing mark is in the 6 o'clock position.
- Install the camshaft sprocket (205), timing chain (208), and bolt (206).
- Inspect the sprockets for proper alignment. The mark on the camshaft sprocket (1) should be located in the 6 o'clock position and the mark on the crankshaft sprocket (2) should be located in the 12 o'clock position.
- Remove the EN 46330 . See Special Tools .
- Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt
Tighten:
- Tighten the bolt a first pass to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Tighten the bolt a final pass an additional 50 degrees using J 45059 .
- Remove the J 42386-A (1) and bolts. See Special Tools .
- Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L) or Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, and 6.2L) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L) .
- Install the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump, Screen, and Crankshaft Oil Deflector Replacement (LY6, L76 and L92) or Oil Pump, Screen, and Crankshaft Oil Deflector Replacement (LH6, LMG, LY2 and LY5) .
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