50. Intake Camshaft, Bearing Cap, and Lash Adjuster Installation

Intake Camshaft, Follower, and Adjuster Install





1. Install the hydraulic element lash adjusters into their bores in the cylinder head.
2. Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with GM P/N United States 12345501, GM P/N Canada 992704.





3. Lubricate the valve tips.

Important: Used roller followers must be returned to the original position on the camshaft. If the camshaft is being replaced, the roller followers actuated by the camshaft must also be replaced.





4. Position the roller followers on the tip of the valve stem and on the lash adjustor. Lubricate roller followers with GM P/N United States 12345501, GM P/N Canada 992704.





5. Set the intake camshaft on top of the roller followers in the camshaft bearing journals. Lubricate with GM P/N United States 12345501, GM P/N Canada 992704.
6. Install the camshaft bearing caps and hand start the camshaft cap bolts.





7. The timing chain sprocket alignment notch should be oriented to the eleven o'clock position.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

8. Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts in increments of three turns until they are seated.
Tighten the camshaft bearing caps to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).





9. Apply anaerobic sealer, 5 mm (0.197 inch) bead, GM P/N United States 1052942, GM P/N Canada 10953466 to rear intake camshaft bearing cap.
10. Install the rear intake camshaft bearing cap bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).