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Tools Required

EN 46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide


    Object Number: 1836418  Size: SH
  1. Install the EN 46101 onto the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.

  2. Object Number: 1836419  Size: SH
  3. Install the NEW camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.
  4. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the right cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.

  5. Object Number: 1836422  Size: SH
  6. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant, GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or equivalent, on the engine front cover split lines (1).

  7. Object Number: 1836426  Size: SH
  8. Place the right camshaft cover into position onto the right cylinder head.

  9. Object Number: 1864544  Size: SH
  10. Loosely install the right camshaft cover bolts.
  11. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1864545  Size: SH
  12. Tighten the right camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown.
  13. Tighten
    Tighten the right camshaft cover bolts in the sequence to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1864548  Size: SH
  14. Remove the EN 46101 from the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.

  15. Object Number: 1864427  Size: SH
  16. Install the NEW spark plugs into the right cylinder head.
  17. Tighten
    Tighten the spark plugs to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1864424  Size: SH
  18. Install the ignition coils.

  19. Object Number: 1864421  Size: SH
  20. Install the ignition coil bolts.
  21. Tighten
    Tighten the ignition coil bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).