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Engine Front Cover Installation J Car


    Object Number: 182874 Size: SH
  1. Install the engine front cover to the engine block.
  2. Ensure that the engine front cover gasket is properly installed in the groove in the engine front cover.
  3. Install the engine front cover by hand and engage it fully on the alignment dowel pins.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the engine front cover bolts.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 182863 Size: SH
  5. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the accessory drive belt tensioner bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

Engine Front Cover Installation S/T Truck


    Object Number: 182874 Size: SH
  1. Install the engine front cover to the engine block.
  2. Ensure that the engine front cover gasket is properly installed in the groove in the engine front cover.
  3. Install the engine front cover by hand and engage it fully on the alignment dowel pins.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the engine front cover bolts.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 182865 Size: SH
  5. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the accessory drive belt tensioner bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).