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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold Nuts & Gasket
    GM1670474Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a NEW exhaust manifold gasket (1) onto the cylinder head studs.
  2. Install the exhaust manifold (2).
    3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the exhaust manifold nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing HO2S
    GM1670529Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. If reusing the old HO2S, coat the threads with anti-sieze compound, GM P/N 12377953 or equivalent.
  5. Install the HO2S.

    Tighten:  Tighten the sensor to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Identifying Rearward Engine Frame-To-Body Bolts
    GM1665303Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Raise the engine frame into position.
  7. Install the 4 rearward engine frame-to-body bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 191 N.m (141 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: Proper Support of Engine Frame
    GM694208Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the screw type jack.
    9. Fig 5: Identifying Steering Gear & Related Attachments
    GM1665092Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion steering gear stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear or to the intermediate shaft. This damage may cause loss of steering control, which could result in an accident and possible personal injury.
  9. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
  10. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  11. Install the intermediate shaft seal.
    12. Fig 6: View Of Ball Stud
    GM575135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Connect the electronic suspension position sensor link ball studs (1) to the lower control arms.
    13. Fig 7: View Of Steering Gear Heat Shield & Bolts
    GM1670593Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the steering gear heat shield.
  14. Install the steering gear heat shield bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    15. Fig 8: Disconnecting/Connecting Engine Harness Clip At Steering Gear Heat Shield
    GM1665450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Connect the engine harness clip (3) to the steering gear heat shield.
    16. Fig 9: Locating Engine Harness Electrical Connectors
    GM1663209Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the engine harness clip (2) to the steering gear heat shield.
  17. Install the AIR check valve. Refer to Secondary Air Injection Check Valve Replacement .
  18. Install the rear exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Rear Pipe Replacement .
  19. Lower the vehicle.
    20. Fig 10: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Remove the J 42640  from the steering column. See Special Tools .
    21. Fig 11: Identifying Engine Harness Electrical Connectors
    GM1665457Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Connect the engine harness electrical connector (2) to the HO2S.
  22. Install the HO2S clip (5) to the AIR valve hose bracket.
  23. Install the CPA retainer (3).
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