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Engine Front Cover Installation

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  1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
  2. Apply sealer GM P/N United States 12346004, GM P/N Canada 10953480 or equivalent to both sides of the lower tabs of the engine front cover gasket, and the engine front cover bolts.
  3. Install the engine front cover.
    Fig 1: Identifying Sealant Tab Sealant Location
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  4. Install the engine front cover bolts (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine front cover bolts (2) to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs).

  5. Install the engine front cover bolts (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine front cover bolts (3) to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs).

  6. Install the engine front cover bolts (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine front cover bolts (1) to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs).

    Fig 2: Installing Engine Front Cover
    G01745654Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket.
  8. Install the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket bolt to 40 N.m (30 ft. lbs).

    Fig 3: Installing Crankshaft Position Sensor Harness Bracket
    G01745655Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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