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EN-46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide

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    Object Number: 1832346  Size: SH
  1. Install the EN-46101 guide onto the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.

  2. Object Number: 1864443  Size: SH
  3. Install the NEW camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.
  4. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the left cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.

  5. Object Number: 1832348  Size: SH
  6. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant, GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or equivalent, on the engine front cover split lines (1).

  7. Object Number: 1864539  Size: SH
  8. Place the left camshaft cover into position onto the left cylinder head.

  9. Object Number: 1864540  Size: SH
  10. Loosely install the left camshaft cover bolts.
  11. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1864541  Size: SH
  12. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown.
  13. • Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
    • Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts a second pass to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    Object Number: 1864542  Size: SH
  14. Remove the EN-46101 guide from the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.

  15. Object Number: 1864416  Size: SH
  16. Install the NEW spark plugs into the left cylinder head and tighten to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  17. Object Number: 1864415  Size: SH
  18. Install the ignition coils.

  19. Object Number: 1864414  Size: SH
  20. Install the ignition coil bolts and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).