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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing J 44219 Into Engine Block
    GM748331Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the oil pump, if previously removed. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
  2. To aid in alignment of the cover, thread the J 44219  into the engine block.
  3. Fig 2: Applying Sealant To Engine Front Cover
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    IMPORTANT: The engine front cover must be installed within 10 minutes from when the sealer was applied.
  4. Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) bead of sealer to the engine front cover (1). Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants .
  5. Fig 3: View Of 7 mm Center Bolt
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  6. Align the oil pump to the crankshaft sprocket splines.
  7. Position the engine front cover over the J 44219  , and to the engine block.
  8. Install the engine front cover bolts.
  9. Remove the J 44219  from the engine block.
  10. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  11. Install the 2 remaining engine front cover bolts.

    Tighten: 

    1. Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    2. Tighten the small center bolt (1) last to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

  12. Install the oil pump pipe and screen assembly. Refer to Oil Pump Suction Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement .
  13. Install the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .
  14. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  15. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  16. Install the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement .