Right and Left Bank Designation

Right hand (RH) and Left hand (LH) designations through the engine mechanical On-Vehicle Service section are viewed from the rear of the engine (left side of the vehicle). In certain cases where a location with respect to the vehicle is required, it will be referred to as right side or left side as viewed from inside the vehicle.

CAUTION: WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR IN ORDER TO PREVENT EYE INJURY.

IMPORTANT: When servicing the Northstar V8 engine, which is constructed largely of aluminum, particular care must be exercised to accommodate the characteristics of these materials.

For example:
^ Fasteners which thread into aluminum must not be over-torqued or damage to the threads may result.
^ Tightening procedures must be strictly observed in order to assure proper gasket sealing.
^ When cleaning gasket surfaces on aluminum or magnesium parts, tools specifically designed for these materials should be used. Soft wire brushes (such as J 8358) and dull scrapers (such as J 28410) are recommended to prevent gouging of the machined surfaces.
^ In order to obtain valid bolt torque readings, excessive oil or coolant accumulations in the bolt holes should be avoided. Blow out the bolt holes using compressed air prior to installing the fastener.