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70. Engine Front Cover Installation

Engine Front Cover Installation (W Car, B Van, U Van)





1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
2. Apply sealer GM P/N United States 12346004, GM P/N Canada 10953480 or equivalent to both sides of the lower tabs of the engine front cover gasket, and the engine front cover bolts.





3. Install the engine front cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the engine front cover bolts (2).
- Tighten the engine front cover bolts (2) to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the engine front cover bolts (3).
- Tighten the engine front cover bolts (3) to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the engine front cover bolts (1).
- Tighten the engine front cover bolts (1) to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).





7. Install the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket.
8. Install the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket bolt.
- Tighten the crankshaft position sensor wiring bracket bolt to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
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