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35. Engine Block Assemble





1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the oil pressure switch threads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the engine oil pressure switch.
^ Tighten the engine oil pressure switch to 13 Nm (115 inch lbs.).





3. Install the camshaft position sensor.
4. Install the camshaft position sensor bolt.
^ Tighten the camshaft position sensor bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).





5. Install the crankshaft position sensor into the side of the engine block.
6. Apply threadlock GM P/N 12345382 or the equivalent to the position sensor stud threads.
7. Install the crankshaft position sensor stud.
^ Tighten the crankshaft position sensor stud to 11 Nm (98 inch lbs.).





8. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the knock sensor threads.
9. Install the knock sensor.
^ Tighten the knock sensor to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).





10. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the front oil gallery plug threads (1 and 2).
11. Install the front oil gallery plug (1).
^ Tighten the oil gallery plug (1) to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
12. Install the front oil gallery plug (2).
^ Tighten the oil gallery plug (2) to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).





13. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the rear oil gallery plug threads (1 and 4).
14. Install the rear oil gallery plugs (1 and 4).
^ Tighten the oil gallery plugs (1 and 4) to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
15. Install the rear oil gallery plugs (2 and 3).
^ Tighten the oil gallery plugs (2 and 3) to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
16. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the engine block plugs.
17. Install the remaining engine block plugs.





18. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the coolant drain plug threads.
19. Install the left coolant drain plug.
^ Tighten the coolant drain plug to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).





20. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 or the equivalent to the coolant drain plug threads.
21. Install the right coolant drain plug.
^ Tighten the coolant drain plug to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).