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Makes
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Buick
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1997
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Skylark
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Engine
🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.4L
Engine
All Description and Operation
Engine Component Description
Lubrication
All Special Tools and Equipment
Special Tools
All Visual Identification
Disassembled Views
Cleaning, Inspection, and Adjustment
Balance Shaft Components Cleaning and Inspection
Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Piston and Connecting Rod Inspection
Piston Selection
Service Prior to Assembly
Valve Train Components Cleaning and Inspection
Diagnostic Procedures
Engine Compression Test
Disassembly, Overhaul, Repair, and Assembly
Balance Shaft Housing Installation
Balance Shaft Housing Removal
Balance Shaft to Engine Timing
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Installation
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Removal
Connecting Rod Bearing Replacement
Crankshaft and Bearing Installation
Crankshaft and Bearing Removal
Crankshaft Pulley and Hub Installation
Crankshaft Pulley and Hub Removal
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal and Housing Installation
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal and Housing Removal
Cylinder Boring and Honing
Cylinder Head Disassemble and Assemble
Cylinder Head Installation
Cylinder Head Removal
Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
Engine Block Plug Installation
Engine Block Plug Removal
Engine Flywheel Installation
Engine Flywheel Removal
Engine Front Cover and Oil Seal Installation
Engine Set-Up and Testing
Exhaust Camshaft, Housing and Lifter Removal
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Adapter Removal
Exhaust Manifold Installation
Exhaust Manifold Removal
Intake Camshaft, Housing and Lifter Removal
Intake Manifold Installation
Intake Manifold Removal
Oil Filter Adapter Installation
Oil Filter Adapter Removal
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Installation
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Removal
Oil Pan Installation
Oil Pan Removal
Oil Pump Installation
Oil Pump Removal
Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble and Assemble
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
Thread Repair
Timing Chain Housing Installation
Timing Chain Housing Removal
Valve Guide Reaming, and Valve and Seat Grinding
Water Pump Installation
Water Pump Removal
General Diagnostic Information
Base Engine Misfire Diagnosis
Engine Noise Diagnosis
Excessive Oil Loss
Knocks at Idle Hot
Knocks Cold and Continues for 2 to 3 Minutes
Knocks on Start-Up but Only Lasts a Few Seconds
Oil Consumption Diagnosis
Oil Leak Diagnosis
Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing
Valve Lifter Noise Diagnosis
Valve Train Diagnosis
General Information
Cleanliness and Care
Installation Precautions
Replacing Engine Gaskets
Separating Parts
Tools and Equipment
Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
Mechanical Specifications
Engine Mechanical Specifications
Fastener Tightening Specifications
Other Specifications
Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
GM SPO Group Numbers
Removal, Installation, and Replacement
Balance Chain Replacement
Balance Chain Tensioner Replacement
Balance Shaft Housing Replacement
Camshaft Housing Oil Gallery Plugs Replacement
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
Crankshaft Balancer and Hub Replacement
Crankshaft Front Cover Oil Seal Replacement
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal and Housing Replacement
Cylinder Head Replacement
Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement
Drive Belt Replacement
Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement
Engine Flywheel Replacement
Engine Front Cover Replacement
Engine Mount and Bracket Replacement
Engine Mount Replacement
Engine Mount Strut Replacement
Engine Replacement
Exhaust Camshaft, Housing and Lifter Replacement
Exhaust Manifold Replacement
Intake Camshaft, Housing and Lifter Replacement
Intake Manifold Replacement
Oil Pan Replacement
Oil Pump Replacement
Timing Chain Housing Replacement
Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement