Installation Procedure

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Apply a 2-3 mm (1/8 in) wide, by 0.5-1.5 mm (1/16 in) high bead of sealant, GM P/N 97720043 (Canadian P/N 88901148), or equivalent to the intake manifold.

Fig 1: Determining Sealant Bead Dimensions
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Install the intake manifold.

Fig 2: View Of Intake Manifold (Left)
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Install the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Fig 3: Identifying Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence (Left)

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Tighten the intake manifold bolts/nuts in the sequence shown.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts/nuts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the left fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2 .
Install the center intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Center .