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70. Engine Front Cover Installation



Engine Front Cover Installation




1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
2. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to both sides of the lower tabs of the engine front cover gasket. Apply the sealer no less than 5.0 mm (0.20 in) wide.




3. Install the engine front cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the engine front cover bolts (545).

Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

5. Install the engine front cover bolts (540, 541).

Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

Engine Front Cover Removal:




6. Install the heater outlet pipe adapter (319).
7. Install the heater outlet pipe adapter bolt (308).

Tighten the heater outlet pipe adapter bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).