GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1241458  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the breather hose from the valve cover.

  3. Object Number: 1241526  Size: SH
  4. Remove the 8 bolts from the valve cover.
  5. Remove the valve cover.
  6. Remove the valve cover gasket.
  7. Clean the sealing surfaces of the valve cover and the camshaft housing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1241526  Size: SH
  1. Install the new valve cover gasket and the valve cover.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the 8 bolts to the valve cover.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the valve cover bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 1241458  Size: SH
  5. Connect the breather tube to the valve cover.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.