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    Important: If you install a new camshaft, replace all of the valve lifters.


    Object Number: 4322  Size: SH
  1. Install the camshaft.
  2. Coat the camshaft lobes and journals with high viscosity oil with zinc (GM P/N 12345501) or equivalent.
  3. Handle the camshaft carefully in order to prevent damage to the camshaft bearings.

  4. Object Number: 183275  Size: SH

    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.

  5. Install the thrust plate bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the thrust plate bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  7. Install the camshaft position sensor.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten camshaft position sensor bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 4322  Size: SH

    Important: If you install a new camshaft, replace all of the valve lifters.

  1. Install the camshaft.
  2. Coat the camshaft lobes, journals, and oil pump drive gear with engine assembly prelube (GM P/N 1052367) or equivalent.
  3. Handle the camshaft carefully in order to prevent damage to the camshaft bearings.

  4. Object Number: 183275  Size: SH

    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.

  5. Install the thrust plate bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the thrust plate bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  7. Install the camshaft position sensor.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten camshaft position sensor bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).