75. Engine Front Cover Installation

Engine Front Cover Installation





1. Clean the sealing surfaces on the front cover, the crankcase, the cylinder block and the cylinder heads.
2. Apply GM P/N 12346240 or equivalent to the front cover at the points indicated (1).





3. Apply engine oil to the oil seal lip (3) and the water pump O-ring (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the front cover (1) and secure with the bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 11 Nm (7.5 ft. lbs.).
5. Apply engine oil to the O-ring of the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
6. Install the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor. Secure with the bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 6 Nm (4.5 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the upper oil pan.
8. Install the lower oil pan.
9. Install the crankshaft balancer.
10. Install the power steering pump bracket. Secure with the 3 bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 45 Nm (32.5 ft. lbs.).
11. Install the thermostat cap.
12. Install the water pump pulley.
13. Install the left and right cylinder head covers.
14. Install the intake manifold and throttle body.