72. Engine Front Cover Installation

Engine Front Cover Installation

Special Tools

J 45059 - Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools).




1. Install the engine front cover gasket.




2. Install the engine front cover.
Align the cogs on the crankshaft sprocket with the cogs on the oil pump in the engine front cover.
3. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the engine front cover bolt threads.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the engine front cover bolts and tighten the engine front cover bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb ft). Use the J 45059 - meter to tighten the engine front cover bolts an additional 40 degrees.
5. Install the oil filter and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).




6. Install the crankshaft position sensor and tighten the crankshaft position sensor studs to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).




7. Install the crankshaft position sensor shield.