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.




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



2. Install J 44219 alignment 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 alignment 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).