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Special Tools

J 44219 Engine Cover Alignment Pins

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 953962  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine front cover spacer bolt and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  2. Object Number: 748331  Size: SH
  3. Install J 44219 pins .
  4. Remove 2 bolts from the engine front cover in the location of the alignment pins.

  5. Object Number: 1875409  Size: SH

    Note: The engine front cover must be installed within 10 minutes from when the sealer was applied.

  6. Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) bead of sealer GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) to the block sealing surface (1).

  7. Object Number: 1243909  Size: SH
  8. Align the oil pump to the crankshaft sprocket splines.
  9. Install the engine front cover and bolts.
  10. Remove J 44219 pins .
  11. Install the 2 remaining engine front cover bolts.
  12. 8.1. Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
    8.2. Tighten the small center bolt (1) last to 8 N·m (71 lb in).