Tools Required

J 45059  Angle Meter

Fig 1: Engine Front Cover Gasket
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1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
Fig 2: View Of Engine Front Cover
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2. Install the engine front cover.

   Align the cogs on the crankshaft sprocket with the cogs on the oil pump in the engine front cover.

3. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the engine front cover bolt threads.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
4. Install the engine front cover bolts.

   Tighten:  Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). Use the J 45059  to tighten the engine front cover bolts an additional 40 degrees.

5. Install the oil filter.

   Tighten:  Tighten the oil filter to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

Fig 3: Crankshaft Position Sensor
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6. Install the crankshaft position sensor.

   Tighten:  Tighten the crankshaft position sensor studs to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

Fig 4: Crankshaft Position Sensor Shield
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7. Install the crankshaft position sensor shield.