Camshaft Cover Replacement (Left)
Camshaft Cover Replacement- LeftRemoval Procedure
1. Remove the throttle body and intake manifold.
2. Remove the ignition coil cover.
3. Disconnect the ignition coil couplers.
4. Remove the ignition coils.
5. Remove the 4 nuts (2) on the camshaft cover (1).
6. Remove the camshaft cover (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the sealing surfaces on the camshaft cover and the cylinder head.
2. Apply GM P/N 12346240 or equivalent to the cylinder head at the points indicated (1).
3. Install the new camshaft cover gasket to the camshaft cover.
4. Install the new cylinder head side seals to the cylinder head.
5. Install the camshaft cover (1) to the cylinder head.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
6. Using new seal washers (3), tighten the 4 nuts (2) on the camshaft cover (1).
- Tighten the nuts to 10.5 Nm (7.5 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the ignition coils.
8. Connect the ignition couplers.
9. Install the ignition coil cover.
10. Install the throttle body and intake manifold.