1999 GM 6.5L V8 – Engine Front Cover Replacement – Installation Procedure

Tools Required
J 22102 Seal Installer

1. Use the J 22102 to install a new crankshaft front cover oil seal.

2. Apply a 2 mm (3/32 inch) bead of an aerobic sealant GM P/N 1052357 to the engine front cover.

3. Apply a 5 mm (3/16 inch) bead of RTV sealant GM P/N 12345739 to the engine front cover sealing surface that mates with oil pan.

4. Install the engine front cover to the engine block.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Caution and Notices.

5. Install the engine front cover mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts and studs to 40 N-m (30 Ib ft).

6. Install the fuel injection pump mounting bolts.

7. Install the fuel injection pump to the engine front cover. Refer to Fuel Injection Pump Replacement in Engine Controls-6.5L.

8. Install the fuel injection pump drive gear to the fuel injection pump.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N-m (20 lb ft).

9. Install the crankshaft balancer to the crankshaft. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.

10. Install the water pump to the engine block. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (Diesel) in Engine Cooling.

important: Check the marks on the fuel line clips made during removal. Ensure that the fuel line clips are re-installed on the proper studs.

11. Install the fuel return line clips.

12. Install the crankshaft position sensor to the engine front cover. Refer to Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) Replacement in Engine Controls-6.5L.

13. Install the right accessory bracket to the engine block. Refer to Accessory Brackets Replacement (Right Side).

14. Install the left accessory bracket to the engine block. Refer to Accessory Brackets Replacement (Left Side).

15. Install the A/C compressor to the left accessory bracket.

16. Install the lower fan shrouds to the radiator. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement (Lower) in Engine Cooling.

17. Lower the vehicle.

18. Install the drive belt on the drive pulleys. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (6.5L Drive Belt).

19. Install the upper fan shroud to the radiator. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement (Upper) in Engine Cooling.

20. Connect both the battery negative cables to the batteries. Refer to Battery Cable in Engine Electrical.

21. Reset the TDC off set timing procedure. Refer to TDC Offset Adjustment.

 

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