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67. Engine Block Plug Installation




Engine Block Plug Installation




1. Add sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the plug threads.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the engine block oil gallery plug to rear of block and tighten to 80 Nm (40 lb ft).




3. Add sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the plug threads.
4. Install the engine block oil gallery plugs to front and left of block.

1. Tighten the side engine block oil gallery plugs to 35 Nm (26 lb ft).
2. Tighten the single side engine block oil gallery plug to 80 Nm (40 lb ft).




5. Add sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the EVAP solenoid bolt threads and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




6. Install the knock sensor and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




7. Add sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the crankshaft position sensor bolt.
8. Install the crankshaft position sensor and bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




9. Install the oil pressure switch and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).