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Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2008 🢒 Solstice 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.0L 🢒 Turbocharger Installation

    Object Number: 1956807 Size: SH
  1. Install a new turbocharger oil return pipe gasket.
  2. Install the turbocharger oil return pipe into the engine block.

    3. Object Number: 1956811 Size: SH
  3. Attach the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose and fitting with O-ring from the camshaft cover to the turbocharger.

    4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Install the PCV hose fitting bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the PCV hose fitting bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  5. Lubricate the O-ring on the turbocharger oil return pipe with clean engine oil.
  6. Install the turbocharger oil return pipe bolts.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger oil return pipe bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  7. Install a new turbocharger gasket.
  8. Install the turbocharger.
  9. Install the turbocharger nuts.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger nuts a second time to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769644 Size: SH
  10. Install the turbocharger brace.
  11. Install the turbocharger brace nut.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger brace upper nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769643 Size: SH
  12. Install the catalytic converter bracket.
  13. Install the catalytic converter bracket bolt and nut.

    14. Tighten
    Tighten the catalytic converter bracket bolt and nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769641 Size: SH
  14. Install the turbocharger coolant feed pipe.
  15. Install the turbocharger coolant feed pipe gaskets.
  16. Install the turbocharger coolant feed pipe bolts.

    17. Tighten

        • Tighten the turbocharger coolant feed pipe bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
        • Tighten the turbocharger coolant feed pipe mounting bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
  17. Connect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) and hose assembly.

    18. Object Number: 2045493 Size: SH
  18. Install the turbocharger air cooler outlet pipe.
  19. Install the turbocharger air cooler outlet pipe bolts.

    20. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger air cooler outlet pipe bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769624 Size: SH
  20. Install the turbocharger coolant return pipe.
  21. Install the turbocharger coolant return pipe gaskets.
  22. Install the turbocharger coolant return pipe bolts.

    23. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger coolant return pipe bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769622 Size: SH

    Notice: Do not twist the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Twisting of the feed pipe will result in the collapse and deformation of the plastic pipe, restricting oil flow and causing turbocharger damage. During turbocharger replacement, gently push the oil feed pipe towards the front of the engine to clear the turbocharger. Assistance may be required to keep the pipes clear of the turbocharger during removal or installation.

  23. Install the turbocharger oil feed pipe.
  24. Install the turbocharger oil feed pipe gaskets.
  25. Install the turbocharger oil feed pipe bolts.

    26. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger oil feed pipe bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769604 Size: SH
  26. Install the catalytic converter seal.
  27. Install the catalytic converter.
  28. Install the catalytic converter bolts.

    29. Tighten
    Tighten the catalytic converter bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  29. Install the catalytic converter nuts.

    30. Tighten
    Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1769573 Size: SH
  30. Install the turbocharger heat shield.
  31. Install the turbocharger heat shield bolts.

    32. Tighten
    Tighten the turbocharger heat shield bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).