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79. Camshaft Cover Installation




Camshaft Cover Installation




1. Install NEW camshaft cover grommets and camshaft cover bolts if they are serviced with the grommets.
2. Install a new camshaft cover seal.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the camshaft cover and bolts. Tighten the camshaft cover bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




4. Install new ignition control module seals.
5. Install the ignition control modules and bolts. Tighten the ignition control module bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




6. Add sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the coolant temperature sensor threads.
7. Install the coolant temperature sensor. Tighten the coolant temperature sensor to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).