Engine Front Cover Installation

^ Tools Required
- J 22102 Seal Installer





1. Clean the front cover and the block sealing surfaces, in order to ensure that they are free from oil.

IMPORTANT: Replacing either of the following will affect timing:
^ The timing chain
^ The timing gears
^ The front cover
^ The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor
^ The crankshaft

It will then be necessary to reprogram TDC Offset (Recovery) into the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Management.

NOTICE: Perform TDC Offset Recovery procedure if the timing chain, timing gears, engine front cover, crankshaft position sensor, crankshaft or other components affecting the timing are replaced.

2. Install the front crankshaft oil seal using the J 22102 with the open end of the seal facing the inside cover.
3. Coat the seal lips with grease.





4. Apply a 2 mm (3/32 inch) bead of anaerobic sealant GM P/N 1052357, or the equivalent, to the front cover sealing area.





5. Install the front cover to the engine.
6. Install the front cover bolts.
^ Tighten the front cover bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.