Fastener Tightening Specifications (6.2L LS3)
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| CMP Sensor Wire Harness Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Camshaft Retainer Bolts - Hex Head Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Camshaft Retainer Bolts - TORX® Head Bolts | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Camshaft Sprocket Bolt - First Pass | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Camshaft Sprocket Bolt - Final Pass | 50 degrees | |
| Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts | 70 N.m | 52 lb ft |
| Connecting Rod Bolts - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Connecting Rod Bolts - Final Pass | 85 degrees | |
| Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 1 | 150 N.m | 111 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 2 | Loosen 360 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 3 | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - (with Flanged Head) Final Step | 125 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - (with Retained Rotating Washer) Final Step | 200 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 80 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs - First Pass in Sequence | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs - Final Pass in Sequence | 51 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (1-5) - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (1-5) - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (6-10) - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (6-10) - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Oil Deflector Nuts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - Second Pass in Sequence | 90 degrees | |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 70 degrees | |
| Cylinder Head M8 Bolts - in Sequence | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head Coolant Plug | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Engine Block Coolant Drain Hole Plug | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Engine Block Oil Gallery Plug | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Hose Bracket-to-Oil Pan | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Hose Connector-to-Cooler Housing | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Core-to-Housing Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler-to-Oil Pan M6 Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Oil Cooler-to-Oil Pan M8 Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts - First Pass | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts - Final Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Stud | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Flywheel Bolts - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Flywheel Bolts - Second Pass | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Flywheel Bolts - Final Pass | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Front Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Ignition Coil Bracket-to-Valve Rocker Arm Cover Stud | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Ignition Coil-to-Bracket Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Intake Manifold Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Intake Manifold Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| J 41798 M8 Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| J 41798 M10 Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Knock Sensor Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Motor Mount Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Oil Filter | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Oil Filter Fitting | 55 N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Level Sensor | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Oil Pan Closeout Cover Bolt - Left Side | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Oil Pan Closeout Cover Bolt - Right Side | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Oil Pan Drain Plug | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pan M6 Bolts - Oil Pan-to-Rear Oil Seal Housing | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pan M8 Bolts - Oil Pan-to-Engine Block and Oil Pan-to-Front Cover | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pressure Relief Valve - In Oil Pan | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Oil Pressure Sensor | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Oil Pump Cover Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump Relief Valve Plug | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump Screen Nuts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pump Screen-to-Oil Pump Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump-to-Engine Block Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Spark Plugs | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Throttle Body Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Valley Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Valve Lifter Guide Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Valve Rocker Arm Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Valve Rocker Arm Cover Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Water Inlet Housing Bolts | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolts - First Pass | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolts - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
Fastener Tightening Specifications (6.2L L99)
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Active Fuel Management Oil Pressure Relief Valve | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Magnet Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Valve - First Pass | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Valve - Final Pass | 90 degrees | |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| CMP Sensor Wire Harness Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Camshaft Retainer Bolts - TORX® Head Bolts | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Connecting Rod Bolts - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Connecting Rod Bolts - Final Pass | 85 degrees | |
| Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 1 | 150 N.m | 110 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 2 | Loosen 360 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt - Step 3 | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt, with Flanged Head, - Final Step | 125 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Balancer Bolt, with Retained Rotating Washer, - Final Step | 200 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (1-5) - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (1-5) - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (6-10) - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts (6-10) - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 80 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs - First Pass in Sequence | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs - Final Pass in Sequence | 51 degrees | |
| Crankshaft Oil Deflector Nuts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head Coolant Plug | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head M8 Bolts - in Sequence | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - Second Pass in Sequence | 90 degrees | |
| Cylinder Head M11 Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 70 degrees | |
| Engine Block Coolant Drain Hole Plug | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Engine Block Oil Gallery Plug | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler to Block | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Hose Bracket to Oil Pan | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Hose Connector to Cooler Housing | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler Core-to-Housing Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Engine Oil Cooler-to-Oil Pan M6 Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Oil Cooler-to-Oil Pan M8 Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts - First Pass | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts - Final Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Studs | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Flex Plate Bolts - First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Flex Plate Bolts - Second Pass | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Flex Plate Bolts - Final Pass | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Front Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Ignition Coil Bracket-to-Valve Rocker Arm Cover Studs | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Ignition Coil-to-Bracket Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Intake Manifold Bolts - First Pass in Sequence | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Intake Manifold Bolts - Final Pass in Sequence | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| J 41798 M8 Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| J 41798 M10 Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Knock Sensor Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Filter | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Oil Filter Fitting | 55 N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Level Sensor | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Oil Pan Baffle Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pan Closeout Cover Bolt - Left Side | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Oil Pan Closeout Cover Bolt - Right Side | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Oil Pan Drain Plug | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pan M6 Bolts - Oil Pan-to-Rear Oil Seal Housing | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pan M8 Bolts - Oil Pan-to-Engine Block and Oil Pan-to-Front Cover | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pressure Sensor | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Oil Pump Cover Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump Relief Valve Plug | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump Screen-to-Oil Pump Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Oil Pump-to-Engine Block Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Spark Plugs | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Throttle Body Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Valve Lifter Guide Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Valve Rocker Arm Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Valve Rocker Arm Cover Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Water Inlet Housing Bolts | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolts - First Pass | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolts - Final Pass | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
Engine Mechanical Specifications (6.2L LS3)
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Engine Type | V8 | |
| Displacement | 6.2L | 376 CID |
| RPO | LS3 | |
| VIN | W | |
| Bore | 103.241-103.259 mm | 4.0065-4.0065 in |
| Stroke | 92.0 mm | 3.622 in |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | |
| Firing Order | 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3 | |
| Spark Plug Gap | 1.02 mm | 0.04 in |
| Block | ||
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 1 and 5 Diameter | 59.58-59.63 mm | 2.345-2.347 in |
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 2 and 4 Diameter | 59.08-59.13 mm | 2.325-2.327 in |
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 3 Diameter | 58.58-58.63 mm | 2.306-2.308 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Bore Diameter | 69.871-69.889 mm | 2.75-2.751 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Bore Out-of-Round | 0.006 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Cylinder Bore Diameter | 103.241-103.259 mm | 4.0646-4.0653 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Height - Measuring from the Centerline of Crankshaft to the Deck Face | 234.57-234.82 mm | 9.235-9.245 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Surface Flatness - Measured Within a 152.4 mm (6.0 in) Area | 0.11 mm | 0.004 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Surface Flatness - Measuring the Overall Length of the Block Deck | 0.22 mm | 0.008 in |
| Valve Lifter Bore Diameter | 21.417-21.443 mm | 0.843-0.844 in |
| Camshaft | ||
| Camshaft End Play | 0.025-0.305 mm | 0.001-0.012 in |
| Camshaft Journal Diameter | 54.99-55.04 mm | 2.164-2.166 in |
| Camshaft Journal Out-of-Round | 0.025 mm | 0.001 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Exhaust | 7.77 mm | 0.306 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Intake | 8.24 mm | 0.324 in |
| Camshaft Runout - Measured at the Intermediate Journals | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Connecting Rod | ||
| Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Production | 0.023-0.065 mm | 0.0009-0.0025 in |
| Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Service | 0.023-0.076 mm | 0.0009-0.003 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End | 56.505-56.525 mm | 2.224-2.225 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round - Bearing End - Production | 0.004-0.008 mm | 0.00015-0.0003 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round - Bearing End - Service | 0.004-0.008 mm | 0.00015-0.0003 in |
| Connecting Rod Side Clearance | 0.11-0.51 mm | 0.00433-0.02 in |
| Crankshaft | ||
| Connecting Rod Journal Diameter - Production | 53.318-53.338 mm | 2.0991-2.0999 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Diameter - Service | 53.308 mm | 2.0987 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Out-of-Round - Production | 0.005 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Out-of-Round - Service | 0.01 mm | 0.0004 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Taper - Maximum for 1/2 of Journal Length - Production | 0.005 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Taper - Maximum for 1/2 of Journal Length - Service | 0.02 mm | 0.00078 in |
| Crankshaft End Play | 0.04-0.2 mm | 0.0015-0.0078 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Production | 0.02-0.052 mm | 0.0008-0.0021 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Service | 0.02-0.065 mm | 0.0008-0.0025 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Diameter - Production | 64.992-65.008 mm | 2.558-2.559 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Diameter - Service | 64.992 mm | 2.558 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Out-of-Round - Production | 0.003 mm | 0.000118 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Out-of-Round - Service | 0.008 mm | 0.0003 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Taper - Production | 0.01 mm | 0.0004 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Taper - Service | 0.02 mm | 0.00078 in |
| Crankshaft Rear Flange Runout | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Crankshaft Reluctor Ring Runout - Measured 1.0 mm (0.04 in) Below Tooth Diameter | 0.7 mm | 0.028 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface - Production | 26.14-26.22 mm | 1.029-1.0315 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface - Service | 26.22 mm | 1.0315 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface Runout | 0.025 mm | 0.001 in |
| Cylinder Head | ||
| Cylinder Head Height/Thickness - Measured from the Cylinder Head Deck to the Valve Rocker Arm Cover Seal Surface | 120.2 mm | 4.732 in |
| Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measured within a 152.4 mm (6.0 in) Area | 0.08 mm | 0.003 in |
| Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measuring the Overall Length of the Cylinder Head | 0.1 mm | 0.004 in |
| Surface Flatness - Exhaust Manifold Deck | 0.13 mm | 0.005 in |
| Surface Flatness - Intake Manifold Deck | 0.08 mm | 0.0031 in |
| Valve Guide Installed Height - Measured from the Spring Seat Surface to the Top of the Guide | 17.32 mm | 0.682 in |
| Intake Manifold | ||
| Surface Flatness - Measured at Gasket Sealing Surfaces and Measured Within a 200 mm (7.87 in) Area that Includes 2 Runner Port Openings | 0.3 mm | 0.118 in |
| Lubrication System | ||
| Oil Capacity - with Filter | 7.6 Liters | 8.0 Quarts |
| Oil Capacity - without Filter | 7.1 Liters | 7.5 Quarts |
| Oil Pressure - Minimum - Hot | 41 kPa at 1,000 engine RPM 124 kPa at 2,000 engine RPM 165 kPa at 4,000 engine RPM | 6 psig at 1,000 engine RPM 18 psig at 2,000 engine RPM 24 psig at 4,000 engine RPM |
| Active Fuel Management Relief Valve Oil Pressure - as Measured at Oil Pressure Sensor Location | 379-517 kPa Maximum | 55-75 psi Maximum |
| Oil Pan | ||
| Front Cover Alignment - at Oil Pan Surface | 0.0-0.5 mm | 0.0-0.02 in |
| Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Alignment - at Oil Pan Surface | 0.0-0.5 mm | 0.0-0.02 in |
| Oil Pan Alignment - to Rear of Engine Block at Transmission Bell Housing Mounting Surface | 0.0-0.1 mm | 0.0-0.004 in |
| Piston Rings | ||
| Piston Ring End Gap - First Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.17-0.38 mm | 0.0067-0.0150 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - First Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.17-0.44 mm | 0.0067-0.0173 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Second Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.32-0.63 mm | 0.0126-0.0248 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Second Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.32-0.69 mm | 0.0126-0.0272 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Oil Control Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.22-0.79 mm | 0.0086-0.031 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Oil Control Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.22-0.85 mm | 0.0086-0.0335 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - First Compression Ring - Production | 0.030-0.083 mm | 0.0012-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - First Compression Ring - Service | 0.030-0.083 mm | 0.0012-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Second Compression Ring - Production | 0.040-0.083 mm | 0.0016-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Second Compression Ring - Service | 0.040-0.083 mm | 0.0016-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Oil Control Ring - Production | 0.013-0.201 mm | 0.0005-0.0079 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Oil Control Ring - Service | 0.013-0.201 mm | 0.0005 in-0.0079 in |
| Pistons and Pins | ||
| Pin - Piston Pin Clearance to Piston Pin Bore - Production | 0.002 mm-0.01 mm | 0.0008 in-0.0004 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Clearance to Piston Pin Bore - Service | 0.002 mm-0.015 mm | 0.0008 in-0.0006 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Diameter | 23.952 mm-23.955 mm | 0.943 in-0.943 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Fit in Connecting Rod Bore - Production | 0.007 mm-0.02 mm | 0.00027 in-0.00078 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Fit in Connecting Rod Bore - Service | 0.007 mm-0.022 mm | 0.00027 in-0.00086 in |
| Piston - Piston Diameter - Measured Over Skirt Coating | 103.258 mm-103.289 mm | 4.0653 in-4.0665 in |
| Piston - Piston to Bore Clearance - Production | 0.048 mm to +0.001 mm | 0.0009 in to +0.000 in |
| Piston - Piston to Bore Clearance - Service Limit with Skirt Coating Worn Off | 0.055 mm | 0.0022 in |
| Valve System | ||
| Valves - Valve Face Angle | 45 degrees | |
| Valves - Valve Face Width | 1.25 mm | 0.05 in |
| Valves - Valve Lash | Net Lash - No Adjustment | |
| Valve Lift - Exhaust | 13.97 mm | 0.55 in |
| Valve Lift - Intake | 13.22 mm | 0.52 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Angle | 46 degrees | |
| Valves - Valve Seat Runout | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Width - Exhaust | 1.78 mm | 0.07 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Width - Intake | 1.02 mm | 0.04 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem Diameter - Production | 7.955-7.976 mm | 0.313-0.314 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem Diameter - Service | 7.95 mm | 0.313 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Production - Exhaust | 0.025-0.066 mm | 0.001-0.0026 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Service - Exhaust | 0.093 mm | 0.0037 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Production - Intake | 0.025-0.066 mm | 0.001-0.0026 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Service - Intake | 0.093 mm | 0.0037 in |
| Rocker Arms - Valve Rocker Arm Ratio | 1.70:1 | |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Free Length | 52.9 mm | 2.08 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Installed Height | 45.75 mm | 1.8 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Load - Closed | 400 N at 45.75 mm | 90 lb at 1.8 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Load - Open | 1310 N at 31.74 mm | 295 lb at 1.25 in |
Engine Mechanical Specifications (6.2L L99)
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Engine Type | V8 | |
| Displacement | 6.2L | 376 CID |
| RPO | L99 | |
| VIN | J | |
| Bore | 103.241-103.259 mm | 4.0065-4.0065 in |
| Stroke | 92.0 mm | 3.622 in |
| Compression Ratio | 10.41:1 | |
| Firing Order | 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3 | |
| Active Fuel Management Cylinders | 1-4-6-7 | |
| Spark Plug Gap | 1.02 mm | 0.04 in |
| Block | ||
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 1 and 5 Diameter | 59.58-59.63 mm | 2.345-2.347 in |
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 2 and 4 Diameter | 59.08-59.13 mm | 2.325-2.327 in |
| Camshaft Bearing Bore 3 Diameter | 58.58-58.63 mm | 2.306-2.308 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Bore Diameter | 69.871-69.889 mm | 2.75-2.751 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Bore Out-of-Round | 0.006 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Cylinder Bore Diameter | 103.241-103.259 mm | 4.0065-4.0065 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Height - Measuring from the Centerline of Crankshaft to the Deck Face | 234.57-234.82 mm | 9.235-9.245 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Surface Flatness - Measured Within a 152.4 mm (6.0 in) Area | 0.11 mm | 0.004 in |
| Cylinder Head Deck Surface Flatness - Measuring the Overall Length of the Block Deck | 0.22 mm | 0.008 in |
| Valve Lifter Bore Diameter | 21.417-21.443 mm | 0.843-0.844 in |
| Camshaft | ||
| Camshaft End Play | 0.025-0.305 mm | 0.001-0.012 in |
| Camshaft Journal Diameter | 54.99-55.04 mm | 2.164-2.166 in |
| Camshaft Journal Out-of-Round | 0.025 mm | 0.001 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Exhaust - Non Active Fuel Management Cylinders | 7.36 mm | 0.290 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Exhaust - Active Fuel Management Cylinders | 7.49 mm | 0.295 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Intake - Non Active Fuel Management Cylinders | 7.48 mm | 0.294 in |
| Camshaft Lobe Lift - Intake - Active Fuel Management Cylinders | 7.61 mm | 0.299 in |
| Camshaft Runout - Measured at the Intermediate Journals | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Camshaft Position Actuator | ||
| Range of Authority | 52 degrees | |
| Park Position | 7 degrees Advanced | |
| Connecting Rod | ||
| Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Production | 0.023-0.065 mm | 0.0009-0.0025 in |
| Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Service | 0.023-0.076 mm | 0.0009-0.003 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End | 56.505-56.525 mm | 2.224-2.225 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round - Bearing End - Production | 0.004-0.008 mm | 0.00015-0.0003 in |
| Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round - Bearing End - Service | 0.004-0.008 mm | 0.00015-0.0003 in |
| Connecting Rod Side Clearance | 0.11-0.51 mm | 0.00433-0.02 in |
| Crankshaft | ||
| Connecting Rod Journal Diameter - Production | 53.318-53.338 mm | 2.0991-2.0999 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Diameter - Service | 53.308 mm | 2.0987 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Out-of-Round - Production | 0.005 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Out-of-Round - Service | 0.01 mm | 0.0004 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Taper - Maximum for 1/2 of Journal Length - Production | 0.005 mm | 0.0002 in |
| Connecting Rod Journal Taper - Maximum for 1/2 of Journal Length - Service | 0.02 mm | 0.00078 in |
| Crankshaft End Play | 0.04-0.2 mm | 0.0015-0.0078 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Production | 0.02-0.052 mm | 0.0008-0.0021 in |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Service | 0.02-0.065 mm | 0.0008-0.0025 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Diameter - Production | 64.992-65.008 mm | 2.558-2.559 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Diameter - Service | 64.992 mm | 2.558 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Out-of-Round - Production | 0.003 mm | 0.000118 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Out-of-Round - Service | 0.008 mm | 0.0003 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Taper - Production | 0.01 mm | 0.0004 in |
| Crankshaft Main Journal Taper - Service | 0.02 mm | 0.00078 in |
| Crankshaft Rear Flange Runout | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Crankshaft Reluctor Ring Runout - Measured 1.0 mm (0.04 in) Below Tooth Diameter | 0.7 mm | 0.028 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface - Production | 26.14-26.22 mm | 1.029-1.0315 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface - Service | 26.22 mm | 1.0315 in |
| Crankshaft Thrust Surface Runout | 0.025 mm | 0.001 in |
| Cylinder Head | ||
| Cylinder Head Height/Thickness - Measured from the Cylinder Head Deck to the Valve Rocker Arm Cover Seal Surface | 120.2 mm | 4.732 in |
| Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measured within a 152.4 mm (6.0 in) Area | 0.08 mm | 0.003 in |
| Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measuring the Overall Length of the Cylinder Head | 0.1 mm | 0.004 in |
| Surface Flatness - Exhaust Manifold Deck | 0.13 mm | 0.005 in |
| Surface Flatness - Intake Manifold Deck | 0.08 mm | 0.0031 in |
| Valve Guide Installed Height - Measured from the Spring Seat Surface to the Top of the Guide | 17.32 mm | 0.682 in |
| Intake Manifold | ||
| Surface Flatness - Measured at Gasket Sealing Surfaces and Measured Within a 200 mm (7.87 in) Area that Includes 2 Runner Port Openings | 0.3 mm | 0.118 in |
| Lubrication System | ||
| Oil Capacity - with Filter | 7.6 Liters | 8.0 Quarts |
| Oil Capacity - without Filter | 7.1 Liters | 7.5 Quarts |
| Oil Pressure - Minimum - Hot | 41 kPa at 1,000 engine RPM 124 kPa at 2,000 engine RPM 165 kPa at 4,000 engine RPM | 6 psig at 1,000 engine RPM 18 psig at 2,000 engine RPM 24 psig at 4,000 engine RPM |
| Active Fuel Management Relief Valve Oil Pressure - as Measured at Oil Pressure Sensor Location | 379-517 kPa Maximum | 55-75 psi Maximum |
| Oil Pan | ||
| Front Cover Alignment - at Oil Pan Surface | 0.0-0.5 mm | 0.0-0.02 in |
| Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Alignment - at Oil Pan Surface | 0.0-0.5 mm | 0.0-0.02 in |
| Oil Pan Alignment - to Rear of Engine Block at Transmission Bell Housing Mounting Surface | 0.0-0.1 mm | 0.0-0.004 in |
| Piston Rings | ||
| Piston Ring End Gap - First Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.17-0.38 mm | 0.0067-0.0150 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - First Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.17-0.44 mm | 0.0067-0.0173 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Second Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.32-0.63 mm | 0.0126-0.0248 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Second Compression Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.32 mm-0.69 mm | 0.0126 in-0.0272 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Oil Control Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Production | 0.22 mm-0.79 mm | 0.0086 in-0.031 in |
| Piston Ring End Gap - Oil Control Ring - Measured in Cylinder Bore - Service | 0.22 mm-0.85 mm | 0.0086 in-0.0335 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - First Compression Ring - Production | 0.030 mm-0.083 mm | 0.0012 in-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - First Compression Ring - Service | 0.030 mm-0.083 mm | 0.0012 in-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Second Compression Ring - Production | 0.040 mm-0.083 mm | 0.0016 in-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Second Compression Ring - Service | 0.040 mm-0.083 mm | 0.0016 in-0.0033 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Oil Control Ring - Production | 0.013 mm-0.201 mm | 0.0005 in-0.0079 in |
| Piston Ring to Groove Clearance - Oil Control Ring - Service | 0.013 mm-0.201 mm | 0.0005 in-0.0079 in |
| Pistons and Pins | ||
| Pin - Piston Pin Clearance to Piston Pin Bore - Production | 0.002 mm-0.01 mm | 0.0008 in-0.0004 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Clearance to Piston Pin Bore - Service | 0.002 mm-0.015 mm | 0.0008 in-0.0006 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Diameter | 23.952 mm-23.955 mm | 0.943 in-0.943 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Fit in Connecting Rod Bore - Production | 0.007 mm-0.02 mm | 0.00027 in-0.00078 in |
| Pin - Piston Pin Fit in Connecting Rod Bore - Service | 0.007 mm-0.022 mm | 0.00027 in-0.00086 in |
| Piston - Piston Diameter - Measured Over Skirt Coating | 103.258 mm-103.289 mm | 4.0653 in-4.0665 in |
| Piston - Piston to Bore Clearance - Production | 0.048 mm to +0.001 mm | 0.0019 in to +0.000 in |
| Piston - Piston to Bore Clearance - Service Limit with Skirt Coating Worn Off | 0.055 mm | 0.0022 in |
| Valve System | ||
| Valves - Valve Face Angle | 45° | |
| Valves - Valve Face Width | 1.25 mm | 0.05 in |
| Valves - Valve Lash | Net Lash - No Adjustment | |
| Valve Lift - Exhaust - Non Active Fuel Management | 12.52 mm | 0.493 in |
| Valve Lift - Exhaust - Active Fuel Management | 12.74 mm | 0.501 in |
| Valve Lift - Intake - Non Active Fuel Management | 12.69 mm | 0.499 in |
| Valve Lift - Intake - Active Fuel Management | 12.91 mm | 0.508 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Angle | 46 degrees | |
| Valves - Valve Seat Runout | 0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Width - Exhaust | 1.78 mm | 0.07 in |
| Valves - Valve Seat Width - Intake | 1.02 mm | 0.04 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem Diameter - Production | 7.955-7.976 mm | 0.313-0.314 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem Diameter - Service | 7.95 mm | 0.313 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Production - Exhaust | 0.025-0.066 mm | 0.001-0.0026 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Service - Exhaust | 0.093 mm | 0.0037 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Production - Intake | 0.025-0.066 mm | 0.001-0.0026 in |
| Valves - Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance - Service - Intake | 0.093 mm | 0.0037 in |
| Rocker Arms - Valve Rocker Arm Ratio | 1.70:1 | |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Free Length | 52.9 mm | 2.08 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Installed Height | 45.75 mm | 1.8 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Load - Closed | 400 N at 45.75 mm | 90 lb at 1.8 in |
| Valve Springs - Valve Spring Load - Open | 1175 N at 33.05 mm | 264 lb at 1.30 in |
Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
| Application | Type of Material | GM Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Canada | Brazil | ||
| Coolant Temperature Sensor Threads | Sealant | 12346004 | 10953480 | Refer to Owners Manual and Electronic Parts Catalog |
| Cylinder Head Core Hole Plugs | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Cylinder Head Plug | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Engine Block Coolant Drain Hole Plug Washer | Sealant | 12346004 | 10953480 | |
| Engine Block Oil Gallery Plug - Front | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Engine Block Oil Gallery Plug Washers | Sealant | 12346004 | 10953480 | |
| Engine Oil | 5W-30 SAE Engine Oil | 12345610 | 00993193 | |
| Engine Oil | 5W-30 Dexos1 Engine Oil | 19293000 | 19286321 | |
| Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Threads | Sealant | 12346004 | 10953480 | |
| Engine Oil Supplement | Fluorescent Dye | 12345795 | 10953470 | |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts | Threadlock | 12345493 | 10953488 | |
| Flexplate/Flywheel Bolts | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolts | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Ignition Coil Bracket-to-Valve Cover Studs | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Ignition Coil-to-Bracket Bolts | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Intake Manifold Bolts | Threadlock | 12345382 | 10953489 | |
| Oil Pan Surface at Front Cover and Rear Housing | Sealant | 12378521 | 88901148 | |
| Thread Repair Component Cleaner | Cleaner | 12346139 | 10953463 | |
| Thread Repair Component Cleaner | Cleaner | 12377981 | 10953463 | |
| Thread Repair Cutting Oil | Lubricant | 1052864 | 992881 | |
Scheme 50
| Hole Location | Thread Size | Drill | Counter Bore Tool | Stop Collar | Tap | Driver | Insert | Drill Depth (Maximum) | Tap Depth (Minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J 42385 | MM | (IN) | MM | (IN) | |||||||
| 1 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 22.5 | (0.885) | 17.5 | (0.688) |
| 2 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 27.5 | (1.08) | 22.0 | (0.866) |
| 3 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | Through | Through | ||
| 4 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | Through | Through | ||
| 5 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 25.0 | (0.984) | 19.5 | (0.767) |
| 6 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 32.5 | (1.279) | 25.0 | (0.984) |
| 7 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | Through | Through | ||
| Bolt hole 6 is drilled and tapped for aluminum block applications only. | |||||||||||
Engine Block - Front/Rear Views
Scheme 51
| Hole Location | Thread Size | Drill | Counter Bore Tool | Stop Collar | Tap | Driver | Insert | Drill Depth (Maximum) | Tap Depth (Minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J 42385 | MM | (IN) | MM | (IN) | |||||||
| 1 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 22.5 | (0.885) | 17.5 | (0.688) |
| 2 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 28.5 | (1.122) | 23.0 | (0.905) |
| 3 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 21.5 | (0.846) | 16.0 | (0.629) |
| 4 | M10 x 1.25 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 29.0 | (1.141) | 23.0 | (0.905) |
| 5 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 27.0 | (1.062) | 21.5 | (0.846) |
| 6 | M16 x 1.5 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| 7 | M11 x 2.0 | 105 | N/A | N/A | 106 | 107 | 108 | 69.0 | (2.72) | 60.0 | (2.36) |
| 8 | M28 x 1.25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Through | Through | ||
| Bolt hole 7 has a 30 mm (1.18 in) counterbore included in the 69.0 mm (2.72 in) drill depth. Use sleeve J 42385-315 with the drill and tap. | |||||||||||
Engine Block - Left/Right Side Views
Scheme 52
| Hole Location | Thread Size | Drill | Counter Bore Tool | Stop Collar | Tap | Driver | Insert | Drill Depth (Maximum) | Tap Depth (Minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J 42385 | MM | (IN) | MM | (IN) | |||||||
| 1 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 22.5 | (0.885) | 17.5 | (0.688) |
| 2 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 42.5 | (1.67) | 37.0 | (1.45) |
| 3 | M10 x 2.0 | 101 | N/A | N/A | 102 | 103 | 104 | 31.0 | (1.22) | 25.5 | (1.0) |
| 4 | M10 x 2.0 | 101 | N/A | N/A | 102 | 103 | 104 | 53.5 | (2.10) | 44.0 | (1.73) |
| 5 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 26.5 | (1.043) | 19.0 | (0.748) |
| Bolt hole 2 has an 11.5 mm (0.452 in) counterbore included in the 42.5 mm (1.67 in) drill depth. Use sleeve J 42385-311 with the drill and tap. Bolt hole 3 has a 1.5 mm (0.059 in) counterbore included in the 31.0 mm (1.22 in) drill depth. Use sleeve J 42385-316 with the drill and tap. Bolt hole 4 has a 20.5 mm (0.807 in) counterbore included in the 53.5 mm (2.10 in) drill depth. | |||||||||||
Engine Block - Top/Bottom Views
Scheme 53
| Hole Location | Thread Size | Drill | Counter Bore Tool | Stop Collar | Tap | Driver | Insert | Drill Depth (Maximum) | Tap Depth (Minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J 42385 | MM | (IN) | MM | (IN) | |||||||
| 1 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 26.5 | (1.04) | 19.0 | (0.784) |
| 2 | M6 x 1.0 | 201 | 202 | N/A | 203 | 204 | 205 | 20.05 | (0.789) | 16.05 | (0.632) |
| 3 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 28.0 | (1.10) | 20.0 | (0.787) |
| 4 | M6 x 1.0 | 201 | 202 | N/A | 203 | 204 | 205 | 22.5 | (0.885) | 15.0 | (0.688) |
Cylinder Head - Top/End Views
Scheme 54
| Hole Location | Thread Size | Drill | Counter Bore Tool | Stop Collar | Tap | Driver | Insert | Drill Depth (Maximum) | Tap Depth (Minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J 42385 | MM | (IN) | MM | (IN) | |||||||
| 1 | M6 x 1.0 | 201 | 202 | N/A | 203 | 204 | 205 | Through | Through | ||
| 2 | M10 x 1.5 | 211 | 212 | N/A | 213 | 214 | 215 | 28.0 | (1.10) | 20.0 | (0.787) |
| 3 | M8 x 1.25 | 206 | 207 | N/A | 208 | 209 | 210 | 21.0 | (0.826) | 16.0 | (0.629) |
| 4 | M14 x 1.25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| 5 | M12 x 1.5 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
Cylinder Head - Intake/Exhaust Side Views