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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Applying Sealer To Lower Tabs Of Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM61819Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply sealer to the lower tabs of the engine front cover gasket. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers  for the correct part number. Uniformly apply the sealer to both sides of the gasket lower tabs with the sealant bead being no less than 5.0 mm (0.20 in) wide as shown. Torque front cover immediately after installation of sealer coated gasket.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Engine Front Cover Gasket
    GM1401299Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the gasket (1) to the engine block positioning the gasket on the locating pins (2).
    3. Fig 3: View Of Engine Front Cover & Bolts
    GM1401296Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the engine front cover (1) to the engine block aligning the cover with the locating pins.
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the engine front cover bolts (3, 4) and tighten to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  5. Install the engine front cover bolts (2) and tighten to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
  6. Install the radiator outlet hose to the engine front cover. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LNJ) .
  7. Install the thermostat bypass hose adapter. Refer to Thermal Bypass Fitting Replacement .
  8. Install the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (RPO LNJ) .
    9. Fig 4: View Of Right Engine Mount Bracket
    GM1401247Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the right engine mount bracket (1).
  10. Install the right engine mount bracket bolts (2-4) and tighten to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  11. Install the engine mount bracket bolts (3) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  12. Install the left belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Left Side .
  13. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  14. Install the engine oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
  15. Install the lower belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Lower .
  16. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  19. Remove the engine support fixture.
  20. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  21. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  22. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ GE 47716 Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ Static Fill) .
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