Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Camshaft Installation







1. Install the camshaft.
2. Coat the camshaft lobes and journals with High Viscosity Oil with Zinc (GM P/N 12345501) or equivalent.
3. Handle the camshaft carefully in order to prevent damage to the camshaft bearings.





4. Install the thrust plate bolts. Tighten the thrust plate bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
5. Install the Camshaft Position Sensor. Tighten Camshaft Position Sensor bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).