Special Tools

J 44219 Engine Cover Alignment Pins

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Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




1. Install the engine front cover spacer bolt and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).



2. Install J 44219 pins .
3. Remove 2 bolts from the engine front cover in the location of the alignment pins.




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

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



5. Align the oil pump to the crankshaft sprocket splines.
6. Install the engine front cover and bolts.
7. Remove J 44219 pins .
8. Install the 2 remaining engine front cover bolts.

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).