71. Engine Front Cover Installation

Engine Front Cover Installation

Tools Required

J 22102 Front Cover Oil Seal Installer

1. Install a NEW crankshaft front oil seal into the engine front cover using the J 22102 .
2. Lubricate the sealing surface of the crankshaft front oil seal with clean engine oil.





Important: The front cover must be installed and the fasteners tightened while the sealant is still wet to the touch.


3. Apply the sealant GM P/N 12345739 or equivalent in two sealant points on the front cover where the front cover meets the oil pan.




4. Install the engine front cover.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

5. Install the engine front cover bolts (1).

Tighten the engine front cover bolts (1) to 12 Nm (106 lb in).




6. Install the new O-ring seal onto the crankshaft position sensor. Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring.
7. Install the crankshaft position sensor.

Notice: This bolt is a self-tapping bolt. If installing this bolt into a new component, installation of the bolt may be difficult. Ensure that the bolt is not over-torqued during the initial installation (thread cutting). Failure to limit torque can lead to bolt failure.

8. Install the crankshaft position sensor bolt.

Tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolt to 12 Nm (106 lb in).