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38. Engine Block Assemble

Engine Block Assemble





1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the oil pressure switch threads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the engine oil pressure switch.
Tighten the engine oil pressure switch to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).





3. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the knock sensor threads.
4. Install the knock sensor.
Tighten the knock sensor to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).





5. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the front oil gallery plug threads (1 and 2).
6. Install the front oil gallery plug (1).
Tighten the oil gallery plug (1) to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the front oil gallery plug (2).
Tighten the oil gallery plug (2) to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).





8. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the rear oil gallery plug threads (1 and 4).
9. Install the rear oil gallery plugs (1 and 4).
Tighten the oil gallery plugs (1 and 4) to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the rear oil gallery plugs (2 and 3).
Tighten the oil gallery plugs (2 and 3) to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
11. Apply sealer GM P/N United States 12346004, GM P/N Canada 10953480 or the equivalent to the engine block plugs.
12. Install the remaining engine block plugs.





13. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 1095:3480) or the equivalent to the coolant drain plug threads.
14. Install the left coolant drain plug.
Tighten the coolant drain plug to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).





15. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the coolant drain plug threads.
16. Install the right coolant drain plug.
Tighten the coolant drain plug to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).