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Installation Procedure

  1. If removed, install the coolant pump to the engine front cover.
  2. If removed, install the crankshaft position sensor to the engine front cover.
  3. If removed, install the drive belt shield.
  4. Install the drive belt shield bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the drive belt shield bolt to 10 N.m (89 INCH lbs.).

  5. Install the engine front cover gasket.
    Fig 1: Installing Front Cover Gasket
    G01747438Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the engine front cover.
    Fig 2: Installing Front Cover
    G01747439Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the engine front cover bolts (1 ,2, 3).

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the small M8 bolts (1) to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
    2. Tighten the medium M10 bolts to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
    3. Tighten the large M12 bolts to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
  8. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement 
  9. Install the lower crankshaft position sensor wiring harness bracket to the engine front cover.
    Fig 3: Installing Lower Crankshaft Position Sensor Wiring Harness Bracket
    G01747440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the upper crankshaft position sensor wiring harness bracket to the engine front cover
    Fig 4: Installing Upper Crankshaft Position Sensor Wiring Harness Bracket
    G01747441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the coolant pump pulley.
  12. Connect the radiator outlet hose to the coolant pump.
  13. Connect the thermostat bypass pipe to the engine front cover.
  14. Install the power steering pump with lines.
  15. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement 
  16. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement 
  17. Fill the engine with new engine oil.
  18. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant.
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