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Engine Block Disassemble

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    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Rear Bearing Hole Plug Installation Depth
    GM187008Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Maximum gasket performance is achieved when using new fasteners, which contain a thread-locking patch. If the fasteners are not replaced, a thread locking chemical must be applied to the fastener threads. Failure to replace the fasteners or apply a thread-locking chemical MAY reduce gasket sealing capability.
  1. Remove the camshaft rear bearing hole plug.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Rear Oil Gallery Plugs
    GM909626Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the rear oil gallery plugs (102, 103).
    3. Fig 3: View Of Front Oil Gallery Plugs (107, 110, 137)
    GM909627Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the front oil gallery plugs (107, 110, 137).
  4. Remove the engine front cover locating pins (546).
  5. Remove the piston oil nozzle bolt (424) and nozzle (423).
    6. Fig 4: Locating Engine Block Plug/Heater & Transmission Locating Pins
    GM1742800Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the engine block plug, if applicable.
  7. Remove the engine block heater, if applicable.
  8. Remove the transmission locating pins.
    9. Fig 5: View Of Knock Sensors
    GM909629Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the knock sensors.
    10. Fig 6: Locating Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch
    GM909630Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the engine oil pressure indicator switch.
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