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Service Prior to Assembly

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  1. Remove the 2 ring pins.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Ring Pins-To-Crankcase Installation
    GM2017115Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install 2 new ring pins to the crankcase.

    Specification:  Standard protrusion - 3 mm (0.12 in).

  3. Remove the 2 stud bolts from the crankcase.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Stud Bolt Installation
    GM2017118Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Using a TORX socket E5, install the 2 stud bolts as shown in the illustration.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 5.0 N.m (44 lb in).

  5. Remove the 2 stud bolts from the water inlet housing.
    6. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Using a TORX socket E5, install the 2 stud bolts and tighten to 5.0 N.m (44 lb in).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Ring Pins-To-Crankcase Installation
    GM2017115Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Replace the spark plug tube gasket.
    8. NOTE: Do not deform the claws of the baffle plate more than necessary.
  8. Pry up the claws of the ventilation baffle plate.
    9. NOTE:
    • Prevent the plug tube gaskets from being deformed as much as possible. The removed gaskets will be used when reinstalling the gaskets.
    • Do not damage the connection of the cylinder head cover.
  9. Remove the 4 gaskets from the cylinder head covers.
    10. Fig 4: View Of Sealing Part Of Plug Tube Gasket
    GM2017122Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Using a cutter, cut off the sealing part of the removed plug tube gasket.
    11. Fig 5: Identifying Proper Gasket Positioning
    GM2017124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: If a plug tube gasket that will be used to install a new gasket is deformed, and cannot be positioned on a new gasket, correct the deformation using pliers.
    NOTE:
    • Keep the lip free of foreign matter.
    • Do not tap on the oil seal at an angle.
  11. Using a plug tube gasket which has had the sealing part cut off, uniformly press in a new plug tube gasket all the way.
  12. Return the claws of the ventilation baffle plate to their original positions.
    13. Fig 6: Illustrating Removing Timing Chain Cover Oil Seal
    GM2017051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Replace the timing chain cover oil seal.
    14. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the timing chain cover oil seal.
    NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  14. Remove the oil seal, using a screwdriver and hammer.
    15. Fig 7: View Of Proper Oil Seal Installation
    GM2017126Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Using SST, tap in a new oil seal until its surface is flush with the timing gear case edge.
    16. NOTE:
    • Keep the lip free of foreign matter.
    • Do not tap on the oil seal at an angle.
    • Make sure that the oil seal edge does not stick out of the timing chain cover.
  16. Apply a light coat of MP grease to the lip of the oil seal.
    17. Fig 8: View Of Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
    GM2017081Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Replace rear engine oil seal.
  18. Using a knife, cut off the oil seal lip.
    19. CAUTION: After removing the oil seal, check the crankshaft for damage. If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
  19. Using a screwdriver with its tip taped, pry out the oil seal.
    20. Fig 9: View Of Proper Oil Seal Cleaning & Installation
    GM2017127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Keep the lip free of foreign matter.
    • Do not tap on the oil seal at an angle.
  20. Using SST and a hammer, evenly tap the oil seal until its surface is flush with the rear oil seal retainer edge.
    21. NOTE: Wipe off extra grease on the crankshaft.
  21. Apply MP grease to a new oil seal lip.
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