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Engine Mechanical - 2.0L: Other Pontiac Solstice I

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Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants

ApplicationType of MaterialGM Part Number
United StatesCanada
# 6 Intake Rear Camshaft CapSealant1237852188901148
Balance Shaft BearingsEngine Oil12345610993193
Cam LobesEngine Oil12345610993193
Crank Sensor O-ringEngine Oil12345610993193
Cylinder BoresEngine Oil12345610993193
Cylinder Head PlugsSealant1234538210953489
Engine Block Threaded PlugsSealant1234600410953480
Engine Block to BedplateSealant1237852188901148
Engine Oil Level Indicator Tube O-ringLubricant12345501992704
Fuel Injector O-ringsEngine Oil12345610993193
Fuel Injector Tip InsulatorsEngine Oil12345610993193
Intake and Exhaust Valve StemsLubricant12345501992704
Main BearingsLubricant12345501992704
Oil Filter Cap - Threads and O-ring Lead-in ChamfersEngine Oil12345610993193
Oil Pan to Bedplate JointSealant1237852188901148
Oil Pump - Pump ElementsEngine Oil12345610993193
Oxygen Sensor ThreadsAnti-seize12397953
Piston Pin to Piston/Rod - Pin Bores of Piston and RodEngine Oil12345610993193
Rod Bearings - Rod Pins of CrankshaftEngine Oil12345610993193
Stationary Hydraulic Lash AdjustersLubricant12345501992704
Timing Chain Guide Bolt Access Hole PlugSealant1234538210953489
Valve Rocker Arm/Valve TipLubricant12345501992704
Water Feed Tube O-ringsLubricant123455791974984
Water Pump Drain PlugSealant1234600410953480

Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants

Scheme 91

Scheme 91: Engine Block - Front View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.2521020620720820923.50.9318.50.73
2M12 x 1.7585585685785885933.51.3226.51.04
3M10 x 1.521521121221321424.50.9619.50.77
4M6 x 1205201202203204200.787160.63

Engine Block - Front View

Scheme 92

Scheme 92: Engine Block - Back View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.25210206207208209240.945THRU
2M10 x 1.5215211212213214291.161THRU
3M12 x 1.75855856857858859391.53533.51.32
4M16 x 1.5860861862863864210.827150.59

Engine Block - Back View

Scheme 93

Scheme 93: Engine Block - Right Side View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 120520120220320422.50.886160.63
2M10 x 1.5215211212213214341.339271.063
3M12 x 1.7586585685785885919.50.76812.50.49

Engine Block - Right Side View

Scheme 94

Scheme 94: Engine Block - Bottom View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.25210206207208209281.102220.87
2M10 x 1.5514511N/A512513602.36253.52.11

Engine Block - Bottom View

Scheme 95

Scheme 95: Engine Block - Left Side View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 120520120220320420.50.80716.50.65
2M10 x 1.521521121221321423.50.925180.71
3M8 x 1.2521020620720820930.51.20122.50.89
4M12 x 1.7586585685785885915.50.6112.50.49
5M12 x 1.7586585685785885919.50.77812.50.49

Engine Block - Left Side View

Scheme 96

Scheme 96: Engine Block - Top View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.2521020620720820923.50.92518.50.73
2M11 x 1.5507504N/A50550677.53.053702.758
3M12 x 1.7586585685785885913.50.53112.50.49

Engine Block - Top View

Scheme 97

Scheme 97: Lower Crankcase - Front View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.2521020620720820923.50.92518.50.73
2M8 x 1.2521020620720820930.51.20125.51.00

Lower Crankcase - Front View

Scheme 98

Scheme 98: Lower Crankcase - Back View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M10 x 1.521521121221321429.51.161THRU

Lower Crankcase - Back View

Scheme 99

Scheme 99: Lower Crankcase - Bottom View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.2521020620720820923.50.92518.50.73

Lower Crankcase - Bottom View

Scheme 100

Scheme 100: Lower Crankcase - Right View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M10 x 1.5215211212213214341.339271.063

Lower Crankcase - Right View

Scheme 101

Scheme 101: Lower Crankcase - Left View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.25210211212213214341.339271.063

Lower Crankcase - Left View

Scheme 102

Scheme 102: Cylinder Head - Top View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 1205852N/A203204230.906190.748
2M6 x 1205201202203204200.787160.63
3M14 x 1.75856857N/A858859THRUTHRU
4M8 x 1.25854853N/A208209301.182271.063

Cylinder Head - Top View

Scheme 103

Scheme 103: Cylinder Head - Intake Manifold Deck View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 1205201202203204200.787160.63
2M8 x 1.25210206207208209200.787160.63
3M8 x 1.25205201202203204160.630120.473

Cylinder Head - Intake Manifold Deck View

Scheme 104

Scheme 104: Cylinder Head - Exhaust Manifold Deck View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 1205201202203204200.78160.63
2M8 x 1.25210206207208209250.984200.78

Cylinder Head - Exhaust Manifold Deck View

Scheme 105

Scheme 105: Cylinder Head - Front View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M6 x 1205201202203204200.787160.63
2M8 x 1.25210206207208209250.984200.787

Cylinder Head - Front View

Scheme 106

Scheme 106: Cylinder Head - Back View
Service Call OutThread SizeInsertDrillCounterbore ToolTapDriverDrill Depth MaximumTap Depth Maximum
J 42385-850MMINMMIN
1M8 x 1.25210206207208209250.984200.787
2M12 x 1.75865856857858859180.709140.551
3M6 x 1205201202203204200.787160.63

Cylinder Head - Back View

Scheme 107

Scheme 107: Disassembled Views
CalloutComponent Name
1Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve - Intake
2Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Bolt
3Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Bolt
4Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve - Exhaust
5Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Grommet
6Ball Stud
7Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Grommet
8Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Fitting
9Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose Gasket
10Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose Clamp
11Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose
12Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose Bolt
13Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose Gasket
14Turbocharger Coolant Feed Hose Clamp
15Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Grommet
16Ball Stud
17Ignition Coil Bolt
18Ignition Coil Bolt Retainer
19Ignition Coil
20Spark Plug
21Camshaft Cover Bolt
22Camshaft Cover Bolt Retainer
23Oil Fill Cap
24Oil Fill Cap Seal
25Camshaft Cover
26Camshaft Cover Seal
27Camshaft Cover Seal
28Camshaft Cap Bolt
29Camshaft Cap
30Camshaft Cap
31Camshaft Cap
32Exhaust Camshaft
33Intake Camshaft
34Camshaft Position Sensor Bolt
35Camshaft Position Sensor
36Camshaft Position Sensor O-Ring
37Roller Finger Follower
38Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
39Roller Finger Follower
40Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
41Cylinder Head Bolt
42Coolant Air Bleed Fitting
43Valve Keys
44Valve Spring Retainer
45Valve Spring
46Valve Stem Seal
47Small Cylinder Head Bolt
48Cylinder Head
49Timing Chain Guide Bolt Access Hole
50Exhaust Valve
51Intake Valve
52Camshaft Position Sensor Bolt
53Camshaft Position Sensor - Intake
54Camshaft Position Sensor O-Ring
55Cylinder Head Gallery Plug
56Rear Lift Bracket
57Rear Lift Bracket Bolt
58Cylinder Head Cover Plate Seal
59Cylinder Head Cover Plate
60Cylinder Head Cover Plate Bolt
61Fuel Injector Seal
62Fuel Injector
63Fuel Injector O-Ring
64Fuel Injector Hold Down Clamp
65Fuel Rail
66Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor
67Fuel Injector Wiring Harness
68Fuel Rail Bolt

Callouts For (Scheme 107)

Scheme 108

Scheme 108
CalloutComponent Name
1Evaporative (EVAP) Emission Purge Solenoid Valve Bolt
2EVAP Purge Solenoid Valve
3Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Bolt
4MAP Sensor
5Fuel Pump Lifter
6High Pressure Fuel Pump Gasket
7High Pressure Fuel Pump O-Ring
8High Pressure Fuel Pump
9High Pressure Fuel Pump Bolt
10Fuel Feed Line
11Fuel Feed Line Bolt
12High Pressure Fuel Pump Insulator
13High Pressure Fuel Pump Cover
14High Pressure Fuel Line
15Fuel Injector Insulator
16Oil Indicator Tube
17Oil Indicator
18Intake Manifold Brace
19Intake Manifold Brace Bolt
20Oil Indicator O-Ring
21AIR Bypass Valve Solenoid Bolt
22AIR Bypass Valve Solenoid
23Throttle Body Bolt
24Throttle Body
25Throttle Body Seal
26Power Brake Booster Fitting
27Intake Manifold
28Intake Manifold Gasket

Callouts For (Scheme 108)

Scheme 109

Scheme 109
CalloutComponent Name
1Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Hose
2Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Hose Clamp
3Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Hose
4Wastegate Regulator Solenoid
5Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Hose
6Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Hose Clamp
7PCV Valve
8PCV Tube
9PCV Hose
10Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe
11Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Bolt
12Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Gasket
13Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Gasket
14Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Bolt
15Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Gasket
16Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Bolt
17Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe
18Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Gasket
19Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Bolt
20Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe
21Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Gasket
22Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Bolt
23Engine Coolant Heater
24Engine Coolant Heater Bolt
25Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt
26Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt
27Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield
28Exhaust Manifold Nut
29Exhaust Manifold
30Exhaust Manifold Gasket
31Exhaust Manifold Stud
32Oxygen Sensor Fastener
33Oxygen Sensor
34Oxygen Sensor Gasket
35Catalytic Converter Nut
36Catalytic Converter
37Catalytic Converter Seal
38Catalytic Converter Stud
39Catalytic Converter Bracket Bolts
40Catalytic Converter Bracket
41Catalytic Converter Stud
42Turbocharger Air Cooler Pipe
43Turbocharger Air Cooler Pipe Bolt
44Turbocharger Heat Shield
45Turbocharger Heat Shield Bolts
46Turbocharger Air Cooler Pipe Seal
47Turbocharger Gasket
48Turbocharger
49Bypass Valve Cover
50Bypass Valve Cover Bolt
51Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Gasket
52Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Bolt
53Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe
54Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe O-Ring
55Turbocharger Brace

Callouts For (Scheme 109)

Scheme 110

Scheme 110
CalloutComponent Name
1Water Pump to Engine Block Seal
2Water Pump Seal
3Water Pump
4Water Pump Bolt
5Outlet Pipe O-rings
6Outlet Pipe
7Coolant Thermostat Housing Bolt
8Coolant Thermostat Housing
9Thermostat Housing to Block Gasket
10Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal
11Coolant Temperature Sensor
12Thermostat
13Coolant Inlet
14Coolant Inlet Bolt
15Water Pipe Support Bracket
16Water Pipe Support Bracket Bolt
17Water Pipe Support Bracket Bolt Stud
18Piston Ring Assembly
19Piston Assembly
20Connecting Rod Bushing
21Connecting Rod
22Connecting Rod Bearing
23Connecting Rod Cap Bolt
24Oil Cooler O-ring
25Oil Cooler
26Oil Cooler Bolt
27Front Lift Bracket
28Front Lift Bracket Bolt
29Cylinder Head Gasket
30Cylinder Bore Liner
31Cylinder Head Alignment Pin
32Oil Filter Cap
33Oil Filter Cap O-ring
34Oil Filter
35Engine Block Gallery Plug
36Engine Block to Transaxle Alignment Pin
37Crankshaft Position Sensor
38Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt
39Oil Pressure Switch
40Oil Squirter
41Manual Transaxle Flywheel to Crankshaft Bolt
42Flywheel - Manual Transaxle
43Automatic Transaxle Flywheel to Crankshaft Bolt
44Flywheel - Automatic Transaxle
45Crankshaft Ear Seal
46Engine Block
47Crankshaft Thrust Bearing - Upper
48Crankshaft Bearing - Upper
49Crankshaft
50Crankshaft Thrust Bearing - Lower
51Crankshaft Bearing - Lower
52Lower Crankcase Main Bearing Bolt
53Lower Crankcase Perimeter Bolt
54Engine Oil Pan
55Engine Oil Pan Alignment Pins
56Lower Crankcase Main Bearing Bolt
57Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug
58Engine Oil Pan Bolt
59Engine Oil Pan Long Bolt
60Knock Sensor - Rear
61Knock Sensor - Front
62Vacuum Pump Bracket
63Vacuum Pump Bracket Bolt
64Starter Bolt
65Starter

Callouts For (Scheme 110)

Scheme 111

Scheme 111
CalloutComponent Name
1Timing Chain Tensioner Body
2Timing Chain Tensioner Seal
3Adjustable Timing Chain Guide
4Adjustable Timing Chain Guide Bolt
5Timing Chain
6Fixed Timing Chain Guide Bolt
7Fixed Timing Chain Guide
8Timing Chain Drive Sprocket
9Timing Chain Oil Nozzle Bolt
10Timing Chain Oil Nozzle
11Camshaft Position Actuator Bolt
12Intake Camshaft Position Actuator
13Camshaft Position Actuator Bolt
14Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator
15Upper Timing Chain Guide
16Upper Timing Chain Guide Bolt
17Water Pump Drive Sprocket Bolt
18Water Pump Drive Sprocket
19Balance Shaft Drive Sprocket Bolts
20Exhaust Balance Shaft Drive Sprocket
21Intake Balance Shaft Drive Sprocket
22Exhaust Balance Shaft Bearing Carrier
23Intake Balance Shaft Bearing Carrier
24Exhaust Balance Shaft
25Intake Balance Shaft
26Balance Shaft Rear Bearing
27Balance Shaft Drive Chain Tensioner Assembly Bolt
28Balance Shaft Drive Chain Tensioner Assembly
29Adjustable Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide Bolt
30Adjustable Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide
31Balance Shaft Drive Chain
32Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide Bolt
33Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide
34Balance Shaft Drive Sprocket
35Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide
36Balance Shaft Drive Chain Guide Bolt
37Engine Front Cover Alignment Pins
38Engine Front Cover Gasket
39Oil Pump Cover Bolt
40Oil Pump Cover
41Oil Pump Gear
42Oil Pump Inner Rotor
43Engine Front Cover
44Engine Front Cover Bolt
45Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
46Crankshaft Balancer
47Friction Washer
48Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
49Engine Front Cover Bolt
50Oil Pressure Relief Valve
51Oil Pressure Relief Valve O-Ring
52Water Pump Sprocket Access Cover Bolt
53Water Pump Sprocket Access Cover
54Water Pump Sprocket Access Cover Gasket
55Belt Tensioner Bolt
56Belt Tensioner
57Belt Tensioner Bolt
58Belt Tensioner Pulley Bolt
59Belt Tensioner
60Power Steering Pump Pulley
61Power Steering Pump Bolt
62Power Steering Pump Bracket
63Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt

Callouts For (Scheme 111)

Scheme 112

Scheme 112: Engine Identification

Identification can be made through the use of the broadcast code label (1) on the engine front cover and the use of the partial vehicle identification number (VIN) etched on the oil filter bowl (2).

Scheme 113

Scheme 113
CalloutComponent Name
1Barcode
2Sequence Number
3Day
4Month
5Year
6Engine Assembly Plant
7Broadcast Code
8Part Designation
9Engine Assembly Number
10Broadcast Code

Callouts For (Scheme 113)

The partial VIN identifies the specific vehicle by sequence number.

Intermittent

Test the vehicle under the same conditions that the customer reported in order to verify the system is operating properly.

Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises

CauseCorrection
Abnormalities, severe cracking, bumps, or missing areas in the accessory drive belt Abnormalities in the accessory drive system and/or components may cause engine RPM variations and lead to a misfire DTC. A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Replace the drive belt.
Worn, damaged, or mis-aligned accessory drive components or excessive pulley runout May lead to a misfire DTC. A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Inspect the components and repair or replace, as required.
A loose or improperly installed engine flywheel or crankshaft balancer A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Repair or replace the flywheel and/or balancer, as required.
Restricted exhaust system A severe restriction in the exhaust flow can cause significant loss of engine performance and may set a DTC. Possible causes of restrictions include collapsed or dented pipes or plugged mufflers and/or catalytic converters.Repair or replace, as required.
Improperly installed or damaged vacuum hosesRepair or replace, as required.
Improperly installed or leaking charge air cooler tubeRepair or replace, as required.
Improper sealing between the intake manifold and cylinder heads or throttle bodyReplace the intake manifold, gaskets, cylinder heads, and/or throttle body, as required.
Improperly installed or damaged manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor or intake air pressure temp (TMAP) sensor The sealing grommet of the MAP sensor should not be torn or damaged.Repair or replace the MAP sensor and/or the TMAP sensor, as required.
Damage to the MAP sensor housingReplace the intake manifold.
Worn or loose rocker arms The rocker arm bearing end caps and/or needle bearings should be intact and in the proper position.Replace the valve rocker arms, as required.
Stuck valves Carbon buildup on the valve stem can cause the valve not to close properly.Repair or replace, as required.
Excessively worn or mis-aligned timing chainReplace the timing chain and sprockets, as required.
Worn camshaft lobesReplace the camshaft and valve lifters.
Excessive oil pressure A lubrication system with excessive oil pressure may lead to excessive valve lifter pump up and loss of compression.Perform an oil pressure test. Refer to Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing . Repair or replace the oil pump, as required.
Faulty cylinder head gaskets and/or cracking or other damage to the cylinder heads and engine block cooling system passages Coolant consumption may or may not cause the engine to overheat.Inspect for spark plugs saturated by coolant. Inspect the cylinder heads, engine block, and/or head gaskets. Repair or replace, as required.
Worn piston rings Oil consumption may or may not cause the engine to misfire.Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Inspect the cylinders for a loss of compression. Refer to Engine Compression Test . Perform cylinder leak down and compression testing to identify the cause. Repair or replace, as required.
A damaged crankshaft reluctor wheel A damaged crankshaft reluctor wheel can result in different symptoms depending on the severity and location of the damage. Systems with electronic communications, DIS or coil per cylinder, and severe reluctor ring damage may exhibit periodic loss of crankshaft position, stop delivering a signal, and then re-sync the crankshaft position. Systems with electronic communication, DIS or coil per cylinder, and slight reluctor ring damage may exhibit no loss of crankshaft position and no misfire may occur. However, a DTC P0300 may be set. Systems with mechanical communications, high voltage switch, and severe reluctor ring damage may cause additional pulses and affect fuel and spark delivery to the point of generating a DTC P0300 or P0336.Replace the sensor and/or crankshaft, as required.

Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises

Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises

CauseCorrection
Abnormalities, severe cracking, bumps, or missing areas in the accessory drive belt Abnormalities in the accessory drive system and/or components may cause engine RPM variations, noises similar to a faulty lower engine, and also lead to a misfire condition. A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Replace the drive belt.
Worn, damaged, or mis-aligned accessory drive components or excessive pulley runout A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Inspect the components. Repair or replace the components, as required.
Loose or improperly installed engine flywheel or crankshaft balancer A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.Repair or replace the flywheel and/or balancer, as required.
Worn piston rings Oil consumption may or may not cause the engine to misfire.Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Inspect the cylinders for a loss of compression. Refer to Engine Compression Test . Perform cylinder leak down and compression testing to determine the cause. Repair or replace, as required.
Worn crankshaft thrust bearings Severely worn thrust surfaces on the crankshaft and/or thrust bearing may permit fore and aft movement of the crankshaft, and create a DTC without an actual misfire condition.Replace the crankshaft and bearings, as required.

Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises

Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption

CauseCorrection
Faulty cylinder head gasket and/or cracking, or other damage to the cylinder head and engine block cooling system passages. Coolant consumption may or may not cause the engine to overheat.Inspect for spark plugs saturated by coolant. Perform a cylinder leak down test. Inspect the cylinder head and engine block for damage to the coolant passages and/or a faulty head gasket. Repair or replace as required.

Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption

Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption

CauseCorrection
Worn valves, valve guides, and/or valve stem oil sealsInspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Repair or replace, as required.
Worn piston rings Oil consumption may or may not cause the engine to misfire.Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits. Inspect the cylinders for a loss of compression. Refer to Engine Compression Test . Perform cylinder leak down and compression testing to determine the cause. Repair or replace, as required.

Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption

Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate

CauseCorrection
Seized accessory drive system componentRemove accessory drive belts. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer or flywheel location.
Hydraulically locked cylinder Coolant/antifreeze in cylinder Oil in cylinder Fuel in cylinderRemove spark plugs and check for fluid. Inspect for broken head gasket. Inspect for cracked engine block or cylinder head. Inspect for a sticking fuel injector. Inspect for cracked cylinder wall.
Seized automatic transmission torque converterRemove the torque converter bolts. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer or flywheel location.
Seized manual transmissionDisengage the clutch. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer or flywheel location.
Broken timing chain and/or gearsInspect timing chain and gears. Repair as required.
Seized balance shaftInspect balance shaft. Repair as required.
Material in cylinder Broken valve Piston material Foreign material Cracked cylinder wallInspect cylinder for damaged components and/or foreign materials. Inspect for fallen cylinder wall. Repair or replace as required.
Seized crankshaft or connecting rod bearingsInspect crankshaft and connecting rod bearings. Inspect for fallen cylinder wall. Repair as required.
Bent or broken connecting rodInspect connecting rods. Repair as required.
Broken crankshaftInspect crankshaft. Repair as required.

Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate

Coolant in Combustion Chamber

CauseCorrection
DEFINITION: Excessive white smoke and/or coolant type odor coming from the exhaust pipe may indicate coolant in the combustion chamber. Low coolant levels, an inoperative cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat may lead to an overtemperature condition which may cause engine component damage. A slower than normal cranking speed may indicate coolant entering the combustion chamber. Refer to Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate . Remove the spark plugs and inspect for spark plugs saturated by coolant or coolant in the cylinder bore. Inspect by performing a cylinder leak down test. During this test, excessive air bubbles within the coolant may indicate a faulty gasket or damaged component. Inspect by performing a cylinder compression test. 2 cylinders side-by-side on the engine block, with low compression, may indicate a failed cylinder head gasket. Refer to Engine Compression Test .
Faulty cylinder head gasketReplace the head gasket and components, as required. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection and Cylinder Head Replacement .
Warped cylinder headReplace the cylinder head and gasket. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
Cracked cylinder headReplace the cylinder head and gasket.
Cracked cylinder linerReplace the components, as required.
Cylinder head or block porosityReplace the components, as required.

Coolant in Combustion Chamber

Coolant in Engine Oil

CauseCorrection
DEFINITION: Foamy or discolored oil or an engine oil overfill condition may indicate coolant entering the engine crankcase. Low coolant levels, an inoperative cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat may lead to an overtemperature condition which may cause engine component damage. Contaminated engine oil and oil filter should be changed. Inspect the oil for excessive foaming or an overfill condition. Oil diluted by coolant may not properly lubricate the crankshaft bearings and may lead to component damage. Refer to Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed . Inspect by performing a cylinder leak down test. During this test, excessive air bubbles within the cooling system may indicate a faulty gasket or damaged component. Inspect by performing a cylinder compression test. 2 cylinders side-by-side on the engine block with low compression may indicate a failed cylinder head gasket. Refer to Engine Compression Test .
Faulty cylinder head gasketReplace the head gasket and components, as required. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection and Cylinder Head Replacement .
Warped cylinder headReplace the cylinder head and gasket. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
Cracked cylinder headReplace the cylinder head and gasket.
Cracked cylinder linerReplace the components, as required.
Cylinder head or block porosityReplace the components, as required.

Coolant in Engine Oil

Turbocharger Oil Leak From Compressor Seal

ConditionAction
Restricted air systemInspect for a clogged air filter element or restricted air inlet system.
Restricted exhaust systemInspect for a restricted exhaust.
Leaking exhaust systemInspect for exhaust manifold leaks.
Poor oil drainage from turbochargerInspect for a restricted turbocharger oil drain pipe.
Restricted crankcase ventilation systemInspect for a restricted crankcase ventilation system.
Worn internal engine componentsInspect for excessive blow-by or engine oil consumption.

Turbocharger Oil Leak From Compressor Seal

Turbocharger Oil Leak From Turbine Seal

ConditionAction
Poor oil drainage from turbochargerInspect for a restricted turbocharger oil drain pipe.
Restricted crankcase ventilation systemInspect for a restricted crankcase ventilation system.
Worn internal engine componentsInspect for excessive blowby or engine oil consumption.

Turbocharger Oil Leak From Turbine Seal

Turbocharger Lack of Oil Supply

ConditionAction
Restricted oil supply hoseInspect for a restricted or damaged turbocharger oil supply hose.

Turbocharger Lack of Oil Supply

Tools Required

J 35268-A Camshaft/Front Main Seal Installer

J 43650 Balance Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer. See Special Tools .

J 43650 Balance Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer. See Special Tools .

J 45027 Tensioner Tool. See Special Tools .

J 45059 Angle Meter. See Special Tools .

J 42067 Rear Main Seal Installer. See Special Tools .

Cylinder Honing

Tools Required

J 8087 Cylinder Bore Gage. See Special Tools .

  1. Measure the cylinder bore for out-of-round and taper.
  2. Measure the dimension (1) at 13 mm (0.5 in) below the head gasket surface. Measure the dimension (2) at 100 mm (4 in) below the head gasket surface.
  3. Measure the cylinder bores by setting the J 8087 dial at zero in the cylinder at the point of the desired measurement. See «Special Tools»(ref-267961-S27586171862007101700000) . Lock the dial indicator at zero before removing the dial from the cylinder. Measure across the gage contact points with an outside micrometer, with the gage at the same zero setting as when the gage was removed from the cylinder.
  4. Fine vertical scratches made by the ring ends do not, by themselves, cause excessive oil consumption. Do not hone the cylinder in order to remove these scratches.
  5. If the bore is glazed but otherwise serviceable, lightly break the glaze with a hone. Replace the piston rings. Refer to «Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation»(ref-267961-S35575125472007101700000) . The honing stones must be clean, sharp, and straight. Move the hone slowly up and down to produce a 45 degree cross-hatch pattern. Clean the bore thoroughly with soap and water. Dry the bore. Rub clean engine oil in the bore. Measure the bore again.
  6. If the cylinder bore is out of specification, install a new cylinder bore sleeve. Refer to «Cylinder Sleeve Removal»(ref-267961-S00646627272007101700000) and «Cylinder Sleeve Installation»(ref-267961-S13689045702007101700000) .
  7. If honing is not required, clean the cylinder bores with hot water and detergent. Apply clean engine oil to the bore after washing and drying the bore.

Cylinder Sleeve Install

Tools Required

EN 45680-850 Cylinder Sleeve Removal and Installation Kit. See Special Tools .

  1. Place the NEW cylinder bore sleeve (117) onto the cylinder block.
  2. Install the fixture (1) over the cylinder bore sleeve (117) and onto the cylinder block. Do not apply downward pressure to the cylinder bore sleeve (117).
  3. Insert the 4 attachment bolts into the legs of the fixture (1).
  4. Tighten the 4 attachment bolts. Do not apply downward pressure to the cylinder bore sleeve (117). Tighten: Tighten the 4 attachment bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
  5. Align the bottom of the cylinder bore sleeve (117) with the cylinder bore of the block (100).
  6. Align the installation arbor (1) onto the top of the cylinder bore sleeve (117).
  7. Align the pusher block (2) into the groove of fixture (1).
  8. Using a ratchet, rotate the threaded shaft of fixture (1) in order to install the cylinder bore sleeve (117) into the engine block (100).
  9. Do not completely seat the cylinder bore sleeve in the block. Leave approximately 1/16 inch of the cylinder bore sleeve above the surface of the cylinder block.
  10. Using a torque wrench, torque the threaded shaft to 102 N.m (75 lb ft) to completely seat the cylinder bore sleeve in the cylinder block. With the cylinder bore sleeve properly installed, a minimal portion of the cylinder bore sleeve flange will protrude above the block deck surface.
  11. Remove the fixture (1) from the cylinder block (100).

Scheme 114

Scheme 114: Cylinder Sleeve Trimming
  1. EN 45680-865 Debris Collector (3)
  2. EN 45680-861 Trim Tool Assembly (2)
  3. Air Control Valve (1)
  4. Drill Motor with 1/2 inch chuck, 1 1/8 hp, 7 amps, triple gear reduction, and a 450-600 RPM rotational speed in a clockwise direction
  5. EN 45680-881 Bore Chamfer Bit
  6. EN 45680-899 Bore Trimmer Pilot, white in color

Scheme 115

Scheme 115
  1. Trim Tool Preloader (1)
  2. EN 45680-412 Set Gage Ring (2)
  3. EN 45680-413 Metal Shavings Catch Plug (3)
  4. EN 45680-866 Drive Adapter (4)
  5. EN 45680-414 Bolts (5)
  1. After installing the NEW cylinder bore sleeve(s) into the engine block, trim the excess material from the cylinder bore sleeve flange.
  2. Place the metal shaving catch plug into the cylinder bore sleeve to be trimmed. Position the top approximately 3.0 mm (0.12 in) below the top surface of the cylinder bore sleeve.
  3. Place additional metal shaving catch plugs into all remaining cylinder bore sleeves.
  4. Ensure that the metal shaving catch plug is 3.0 mm (0.12 in) below the top surface of the cylinder bore sleeve.
  5. Change the bore chamfer bit to EN 45680-881.
  6. Change the bore trimmer pilot to EN 45680-885.
  7. The groove side of the set gage ring (1) should be positioned upward on a flat surface.
  8. Carefully position the trim tool assembly onto the set gage ring.
  9. Loosen the shaft collar screw (2).
  10. Push the shaft collar (2) downward using the trim tool preloader (1) until the shaft collar is positioned against the top of the flange bearing (3).
  11. Apply downward pressure on the collar and inner drive shaft using the trim tool preloader (1), then tighten the shaft collar screw. Tighten: Tighten the shaft collar screw to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
  12. Place the trim tool assembly onto the cylinder to be trimmed with the directional arrow (1) pointing in line with the crankshaft centerline and the front of the block.
  13. Install the 4 bolts (2) into the cylinder head bolt holes in the block. Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
  14. Fasten drive adapter (1) into the drill chuck.
  15. Connect a compressed air supply 517.10-861.84 kPa (75-125 psi) to the male quick connect (3) located on trim tool assembly. Turn the compressed air valve (2) to the open position. This starts the venturi vacuum system that will catch the metal shavings.
  16. Place the drive adapter and drill assembly (1) vertically onto the drive adapter end of trim tool assembly. Do not apply downward force on the drill until full rotational speed has been reached. After reaching full rotational speed, apply firm downward force until the cutting action is complete.
  17. Remove the drive adapter (1) and drill assembly from the trim tool assembly.
  18. Turn off the compressed air valve (2).
  19. Remove the trim tool assembly from the engine block.
  20. Remove any material shavings that may be found on the metal shaving catch plug.
  21. Wipe the cylinder bore sleeve and surrounding areas free of any powder residue and then remove the metal shaving catch plug.
  22. Install a straight edge on the cylinder block perpendicular to the crankshaft center line.
  23. Using a light, illuminate the backside of the straight edge.
  24. Looking at the front of the straight edge, check to see if light is protruding through the bottom of the straight edge and the top of the cylinder bore sleeve flange. If light is present on either side or both sides of the cylinder bore sleeve, the cylinder bore sleeve is cut incorrectly and a new cylinder bore sleeve needs to be installed.
  25. Looking at the front of the straight edge, check to see if light is protruding through the bottom of the straight edge and the top of the cylinder block deck surface. If light is present on both sides of the cylinder block, the cylinder bore sleeve is cut correctly.
  26. Proceed to the next bore sleeve to be trimmed repeating steps 10-23 if necessary.

Connecting Rod Measurement

  1. Clean the connecting rods in solvent and dry with compressed air.
  2. Inspect the connecting rods for the following conditions: Signs of being twisted, bent, nicked, or cracked Scratches or abrasion on the rod bearing seating surface
  3. If the connecting rod bores contain minor scratches or abrasions, clean the bores in a circular direction with a light emery paper. DO NOT scrape the rod or rod cap.
  4. If the beam of the rod is scratched or has other damage replace the connecting rod.
  5. Measure the piston pin to connecting rod bore using the following procedure: Using an outside micrometer, take two measurements of the piston pin in the area of the connecting rod contact. Using an inside micrometer, measure the connecting rod piston pin bore. Subtract the piston pin diameter from the piston pin bore diameter. The clearance should not be more than 0.021 mm (0.0008 in).
  6. If there is excessive clearance, replace the piston pin.
  7. If there is still excessive clearance, replace the connecting rod.

Piston Measurement

  1. Clean the piston skirts and the pins with a cleaning solvent. DO NOT wire brush any part of the piston.
  2. Clean the piston ring grooves with a groove cleaner. Ensure the oil ring holes and slots are clean.
  3. Inspect the pistons for the following conditions: Cracked ring lands, skirts, or pin bosses Ring grooves for nicks, burrs that may cause binding Warped or worn ring lands Eroded areas at the top of the piston (1) Scuffed or damaged skirts (2) Worn piston pin bores (3)
  4. Replace pistons that show any signs or damage or excessive wear.
  5. Measure the piston pin bore to piston pin clearances using the following procedure: Piston pin bores and pins must be free of varnish or scuffing. Use an outside micrometer to measure the piston pin in the piston contact areas. Using an inside micrometer, measure the piston pin bore. Subtract the measurement of the piston pin bore from the piston pin. The clearance should be within 0.002-0.012 mm (0.00007-0.00047 in). If the clearance is excessive, determine which component is out of specification.
  6. Measure the piston ring end gap using the following procedure: Place the piston ring in the area of the bore where the piston ring will travel, approximately 25 mm or 1 inch down from the deck surface. Ensure the ring is square with the cylinder bore by positioning the ring with the piston head. Measure the end gap of the piston ring with feeler gages. Compare the measurements with those provided below: Specification: The top compression ring end gap should be 0.20-0.35 mm (0.0078-0.0138 in). The second compression ring end gap should be 0.35-0.55 mm (0.0137-0.0216 in). The oil ring end gap should be 0.25-0.76 mm (0.0098-0.029 in). If the clearance exceeds the provided specifications, the piston rings must be replaced. Repeat the procedure for all the piston rings.
  7. Measure the piston ring side clearance using the following procedure: Roll the piston ring entirely around the piston ring groove. If any binding is caused by a distorted piston ring, replace the ring. With the piston ring on the piston, use feeler gages to measure clearance at multiple locations. The clearance between the surface of the top piston ring and the ring land should be no greater than 0.055 mm (0.0022 in). If the clearance is greater than specifications, replace the piston ring. If the new ring does not reduce the top ring side clearance to 0.055 mm (0.0022 in) or less, install a new piston.
  8. The top compression ring may be installed with either side up. There is a locating dimple on the second compression ring near the end for identification of the top side. Install the second compression ring with the dimple facing up.
  9. The clearance between the surface of the second piston ring and the ring land should be no greater than 0.032 mm (0.0012 in).
  10. If the new ring does not reduce the clearance to 0.032 mm (0.0012 in) or less, install a new piston.
  11. Measure piston width using the following procedure: Using an outside micrometer, measure the width of the piston 12.5 mm (0.4925 in) above the bottom of the piston skirt at the thrust surface perpendicular to the centerline of the piston pin. Compare the measurement of the piston to its original cylinder by subtracting the piston width from the cylinder diameter. The proper clearance specification for the piston is 0.010-0.041 mm (0.0006-0.0016 in).
  12. If the clearance obtained through measurement is greater than these specifications and the cylinder bores are within specification, replace the piston.

Piston Selection

  1. Inspect the engine block cylinder bore. Refer to «Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection»(ref-267961-S36028060302007101700000) .
  2. Inspect the piston and the piston pin. Refer to «Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection»(ref-267961-S13890367882007101700000) .
  3. Using a bore gage, measure the cylinder bore diameter. Measure at a point 64 mm (2.5 in) from the top of the cylinder bore.
  4. Measure the bore gage with a micrometer and record the reading.
  5. With a micrometer or caliper at a right angle to the piston, measure the piston 14 mm (0.570 in) from the bottom of the skirt.
  6. Subtract the piston diameter from the cylinder bore diameter in order to determine piston-to-bore clearance.
  7. For proper piston-to-bore clearance. Refer to «Engine Mechanical Specifications»(ref-267961-S30602847122007101700000) .
  8. If the proper clearance cannot be obtained, select another piston and measure for the clearances.
  9. If the proper fit cannot be obtained, hone the cylinder bore or replace the cylinder block.
  10. When the piston-to-cylinder bore clearance is within specifications, mark the top of the piston using a permanent marker for installation to the proper cylinder. Refer to «Separating Parts»(ref-267961-S37186301232007101700000) .

General Thread Repair

Tools Required

J 42385-850 Thread Repair Kit. See Special Tools .

Scheme 116

Scheme 116: General Thread Repair

The thread repair process involves a solid, thin walled, self-locking, carbon steel, bushing type insert (1). During the bushing installation process, the driver tool expands the bottom external threads of the insert into the base material (2). This action mechanically locks the insert in place. Also, when installed to the proper depth, the flange of the insert will be seated against the counterbore of the repaired hole.

  1. Drill out the threads of the damaged hole (1). M6 inserts require a minimum drill depth of 15 mm (0.59 in). M8 inserts require a minimum drill depth of 20 mm (0.79 in). M10 inserts require a minimum drill depth of 23.5 mm (0.93 in).
  2. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  3. Counterbore the hole to the full depth permitted by the tool (1).
  4. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  5. Using a tap wrench (2), tap the threads of the drilled hole. M6 inserts require a minimum tap depth of 15 mm (0.59 in). M8 inserts require a minimum tap depth of 20 mm (0.79 in). M10 inserts require a minimum tap depth of 23.5 mm (0.93 in).
  6. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  7. Spray cleaner GM P/N 12346139, GM P/N 12377981 (Canadian P/N 10953463), or equivalent, into the hole.
  8. Using compressed air, clean any cutting oil and chips out of the hole.
  9. Lubricate the threads of the installer tool (2) with the driver oil (1).
  10. Install the insert (2) onto the driver tool (1).
  11. Apply threadlock LOCTITE™ 277, J 42385-109 (1), or equivalent, to the insert OD threads (2).
  12. Install the insert (2) into the hole. Install the insert until the flange of the insert contacts the counterbored surface. Continue to rotate the installer tool (1) through the insert. The installer tool will tighten up before screwing completely through the insert. This is acceptable. You are forming the bottom threads of the insert and mechanically locking the insert to the base material threads.
  13. Inspect the insert for proper installation into the hole. A properly installed insert (1) will be either flush or slightly below flush with the surface of the base material (2).

Cylinder Head Bolt Hole Thread Repair

  1. The cylinder head bolt hole thread repair kit consists of the following items: Drill (1) Tap (2) Installer (3) Sleeve (4) Alignment Pin (5) Bushing (6) Bolts (7) Fixture Plate (8)
  2. Install the fixture plate (3), bolts (1), and bushing (2) onto the engine block deck. Position the fixture plate and bushing over the hole that is to be repaired (4).
  3. Position the alignment pin (1) through the bushing and into the hole.
  4. With the alignment pin in the desired hole, tighten the fixture retaining bolts (2).
  5. Remove the alignment pin from the hole.
  6. Install the sleeve (2) onto the drill (1), if required.
  7. Drill out the threads of the damaged hole. Drill the hole until the stop collar of the drill bit or the sleeve contacts the bushing.
  8. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  9. Using a tap wrench, tap the threads of the drilled hole.
  10. Using a TAP wrench, tap the threads of the drilled hole. In order to tap the new threads to the proper depth, rotate the tap into the hole until the mark (3) on the tap align with the top of the drill bushing (2).
  11. Remove the fixture plate (1), bushing (2), and bolts.
  12. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  13. Spray cleaner GM P/N 12346139 or GM P/N 1237798 (Canadian P/N 10953463), or equivalent, into the hole.
  14. Using compressed air, clean any cutting oil and chips out of the hole.
  15. Lubricate the threads of the installer tool (2) with the driver oil (1).
  16. Install the insert (2) onto the driver tool (1).
  17. Apply threadlock LOCTITE™ 277, J 42385-109 (1), or equivalent, to the insert OD threads (2).
  18. Install the insert and driver (1) into the hole. Rotate the driver tool until the mark on the tool aligns with the deck surface of the engine block. The installer tool will tighten up before screwing completely through the insert. This is acceptable. You are forming the bottom threads of the insert and mechanically locking the insert to the base material threads.

Main Cap Bolt Hole Thread Repair

  1. The main cap bolt hole thread repair kit consists of the following items: Drill (1) Tap (2) Installer (3) Fixture Plate (4) Long Bolts (5) Short Bolts (6) Alignment Pin (7) Bushing (8)
  2. Remove the alignment dowel pins from the holes (1-4), if necessary.
  3. Install the fixture plate, bolt, and bushing, onto the engine block. Position the fixture plate and bushing over the hole that is to be repaired.
  4. Position the alignment pin in the desired hole and tighten the fixture retaining bolts.
  5. Drill out the damaged hole.
  6. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  7. Using a tap wrench, tap the threads of the drilled hole. In order to tap the new threads to the proper depth, rotate the tap into the hole until the mark (3) on the tap aligns with the top of the bushing (2).
  8. Using compressed air, clean out any chips.
  9. Spray cleaner GM P/N 12346139 (Canadian P/N 10953463), or equivalent, into the hole.
  10. Using compressed air, clean any cutting oil and chips out of the hole.
  11. Lubricate the threads of the installer tool (2) with the driver oil (1).
  12. Install the insert (2) onto the driver tool (1).
  13. Apply threadlock LOCTITE™ 277, J 42385-109 (1), or equivalent, to the insert OD threads (2).
  14. Install the insert and driver through the bushing (2), fixture plate (1) and into the hole. Rotate the driver tool until the mark on the tool (3) aligns with the top of the bushing (2). The installer tool will tighten up before screwing completely through the insert. This is acceptable. You are forming the bottom threads of the insert and mechanically locking the insert to the base material threads.
  15. Remove the driver, bushing (2), fixture plate (1), and bolts.
  16. Install the alignment dowel pins in holes (1-4), if necessary.

Intake Camshaft, Follower, and Adjuster Install

  1. Install the hydraulic lash adjusters into their bores in the cylinder head.
  2. Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with GM P/N 1234550 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  3. Lubricate the valve tips.
  4. Position the roller followers on the tip of the valve stem and on the lash adjuster. Lubricate roller followers with GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  5. Set the intake camshaft on top of the roller followers in the camshaft bearing journals. Lubricate with GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  6. Rotate the oil seal in the groove of the number one camshaft journal so the split line (1) is at approximately the 12:00 position before installing the camshaft caps.
  7. Install the intake camshaft with the notch on the front at approximately the 5 o'clock position (2).
  8. Install the camshaft caps and hand start the camshaft cap bolts.
  9. Tighten the camshaft cap bolts in increments of 3 turns until they are seated. Tighten: Tighten the camshaft caps to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  10. Apply a 3.5 mm bead of sealer GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) to the cylinder head to number 6 camshaft cap mating surface.
  11. Install the number 6 rear camshaft cap. Tighten: Tighten the number 6 rear camshaft cap to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  12. Install the rear cylinder head opening plate and bolts. Tighten: Tighten the rear cylinder head opening plate bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Exhaust Camshaft, Follower, and Adjuster Install

  1. Install the hydraulic lash adjusters into their bores in the cylinder head. Apply lubricant GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  2. Lubricate the valve tips with GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  3. Position the roller followers on the tip of the valve stem and on the lash adjuster. Apply lubricant GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  4. Set the exhaust camshaft on top of the roller followers in the camshaft bearing journals. Lubricate with GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704), or equivalent.
  5. Rotate the oil seal in the groove of the number one camshaft journal so the split line (1) is at approximately the 12:00 position before installing the camshaft caps.
  6. Install the exhaust camshaft with the notch on the front (1) at approximately the 7 o'clock position.
  7. Install the camshaft caps and hand start the camshaft cap bolts.
  8. Lubricate and tighten the camshaft cap bolts in increments of 3 turns until they are seated. Tighten: Tighten the camshaft caps to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Balance Shaft to Engine Timing

  1. Install the balance shaft drive sprocket and key.
  2. Install the balance shaft drive chain with the colored links lined up on with the marks on the balance shaft drive sprockets and the crankshaft sprocket. There are 3 colored links on the chain. 2 links are of matching colors, and 1 link is of a unique color. Use the following procedure to line up the links with the sprockets: Orient the chain so that the colored links are visible.
  3. Place the uniquely colored link (1) so that it lines up with the timing mark on the intake side balance shaft sprocket.
  4. Working clockwise around the chain, place the first matching colored link (2) in line with the timing mark on the crankshaft drive sprocket - approximately at the 6 o'clock position on the crank sprocket.
  5. Place the chain (3) on the water pump drive sprocket. The alignment is not critical.
  6. Align the last matching colored link (4) with the timing mark on the exhaust side balance shaft drive sprocket.

Balance Shaft Drive Chain and Tensioner Install

  1. Install the upper balance shaft chain guide and bolts. Tighten: Tighten the upper balance shaft chain guide bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
  2. Install the small balance shaft chain guide.
  3. Install the balance shaft chain guide bolts. Tighten: Tighten the chain guide bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
  4. Install the adjustable balance shaft drive chain guide.
  5. Install the adjustable balance shaft drive chain guide bolts. Tighten: Tighten the chain guide bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  6. Reset the timing chain tensioner by performing the following steps: Turn the tensioner plunger 90 degrees in its bore and compress the plunger. Turn the tensioner back to the original 12 o'clock position and insert a paper clip through the hole in the plunger body and into the hole in the tensioner plunger.
  7. Install the timing chain tensioner.
  8. Install the chain tensioner bolts. Tighten: Tighten the chain tensioner bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  9. Remove the paper clip from the balance shaft drive chain tensioner.

Engine Prelubing

Tools Required

J 45299 Engine Preluber. See Special Tools .

  1. Remove the oil pressure switch.
  2. Install the M12 x 1.75 adapter P/N 509376.
  3. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  4. Pump the handle on the J 45299 in order to flow a minimum of 1-1. See «Special Tools»(ref-267961-S27586171862007101700000) .9 liters (1-2 quarts) of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  5. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  6. Install the oil pressure switch to the engine. Tighten: Tighten the oil pressure switch to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  7. Top-off the engine oil to the proper level.

Cylinder Block

The cylinder block is lost foam cast aluminum with 4 cylinders arranged in-line. The cylinders have pressed in place iron liners. The block has 5 crankshaft bearings with the thrust bearing located on the second bearing from the front of the engine. The cylinder block incorporates a bedplate design that forms an upper and lower crankcase. This design promotes cylinder block rigidity and reduced noise and vibration.

Crankshaft

The main bearing journals are cross-drilled, and the upper bearings are grooved. The crankshaft has a slip fit balance shaft drove sprocket. Number 2 main bearing is the thrust bearing. A harmonic dampener is used to control torsional vibration.

Connecting Rod and Piston

The connecting rod incorporates the floating piston pin. The pistons are cast aluminum. The piston rings are of a low tension type to reduce friction. The top compression ring is ductile iron with a molybdenum facing and phosphate coated sides. The second compression ring is gray iron. The oil ring is a 3-piece spring construction with chromium plating.

Oil Pan

The oil pan is die cast aluminum. The oil pan includes an attachment to the transmission to provide additional structural support.

Cylinder Head

The cylinder head is a semi-permanent mold aluminum casting. Pressed-in powdered metal valve guides and valve seat insets are used. The fuel injection nozzle is located below the intake port. The cylinder head incorporates camshaft journals and camshaft caps.

Valves

There are 2 intake and 2 exhaust valves per cylinder. Rotators are used on all of the intake valves. The rotators are located at the bottom of the valve spring to reduce valve train reciprocating mass. Positive valve stem seals are used on all valves.

Camshaft

2 camshafts are used, 1 for all intake valves, the other for all exhaust valves. The camshafts are cast iron.

Valve Lifters

The valve train uses a roller finger follower acted on by a hydraulic lash adjuster. The roller finger follower reduces friction and noise.

Camshaft Cover

The camshaft cover has a steel crankcase ventilation baffling incorporated. The camshaft cover has mounting locations for the ignition system.

Camshaft Drive

A single row roller chain is used for camshaft drive. There is a tensioner and active guide used on the slack side of the chain to control chain motion and noise. The chain drive promotes long valve train life and low maintenance.

Intake and Exhaust Manifold

The exhaust manifold is cast iron. The intake manifold incorporates a distribution and control system for positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) gases. The exhaust manifold is a dual plane design that promotes good low end torque and performance.

Scheme 117

Scheme 117: Lubrication Description
CalloutComponent Name
1Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
2Cam Journal
3Cylinder Head
4Timing Chain Tensioner
5Cam Drive Chain Oil Nozzle
6Crankshaft Bearing
7Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner
8Oil Pump
9Oil Pick Up
10Oil Pan
11Bedplate
12Balance Shaft Bearings
13Oil Filter

Callouts For see scheme 808

Oil is applied under pressure to the crankshaft, connecting rods, balance shaft assembly, camshaft bearing surfaces, valve lifters and timing chain hydraulic tensioner. All other moving parts are lubricated by gravity flow or splash. Oil enters the gerotor type oil pump through a fixed inlet screen. The oil pump is driven by the crankshaft. The oil pump body is within the engine front cover. The pressurized oil from the pump passes through the oil filter. The oil filter is located on the right (front) side of the engine block. The oil filter is housed in a casting that is integrated with the engine block. The oil filter is a disposable cartridge type. A by-pass valve in the filter cap allows continuous oil flow in case the oil filter should become restricted. Oil then enters the gallery where it is distributed to the balance shafts, crankshaft, camshafts and camshaft timing chain oiler nozzle. The connecting rod bearings are oiled by constant oil flow passages through the crankshaft connecting the main journals to the rod journals. A groove around each upper main bearing furnishes oil to the drilled crankshaft passages. The pressurized oil passes through the cylinder head restrictor orifice into the cylinder head and then into each camshaft feed gallery. Cast passages feed each hydraulic element adjuster and drilled passages feed each camshaft bearing surface. An engine oil pressure switch or sensor is installed at the end. Oil returns to the oil pan through passages cast into the cylinder head. The timing chain lubrication drains directly into the oil pan.

Cleanliness and Care

An automobile engine is a combination of many machined, honed, polished, and lapped surfaces with tolerances that are measured in ten thousandths of an inch. When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are important. A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to friction areas during assembly to protect and lubricate the surfaces during initial operation. Throughout this section, it should be understood that proper cleaning and protection of machined surfaces and friction areas are part of the repair procedure. This is considered standard shop practice even if not specifically stated.

When valve train components are removed for service, they should be retained in order. At the time of installation, they should be installed in the same locations and with the same mating surfaces as when removed.

Separating Parts

IMPORTANTDisassembly of the piston, press fit design piston pin, and connecting rod may create scoring or damage to the piston pin and piston pin bore. If the piston, pin, and connecting rod have been disassembled, replace the components as an assembly. Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns on their friction surfaces. When disassembling the engine, internal components MUST be separated, marked, or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location and position.

Separate, mark, or organize the following components

  1. Piston and the piston pin
  2. Piston to the specific cylinder bore
  3. Piston rings to the piston
  4. Connecting rod to the crankshaft journal
  5. Connecting rod to the bearing cap A paint stick or etching/engraving type tool are recommended. Stamping the connecting rod or cap near the bearing bore may affect component geometry.
  6. Crankshaft main and connecting rod bearings
  7. Camshaft and valve lifters
  8. Valve lifters, lifter guides, pushrods and rocker arm assemblies
  9. Valve to the valve guide
  10. Valve spring and shim to the cylinder head location
  11. Engine block main bearing cap location and direction
  12. Oil pump drive and driven gears

J 28410 Gasket Remover

Gasket Reuse and Applying Sealants

  1. Do not reuse any gasket unless specified.
  2. Gaskets that can be reused will be identified in the service procedure.
  3. Do not apply sealant to any gasket or sealing surface unless called out in the service information.

Separating Components

  1. Use a rubber mallet to separate components.
  2. Bump the part sideways to loosen the components.
  3. Bumping should be done at bends or reinforced areas to prevent distortion of parts.

Cleaning Gasket Surfaces

  1. Remove all gasket and sealing material from the part using the J 28410 or equivalent.
  2. Care must be used to avoid gouging or scraping the sealing surfaces.
  3. Do not use any other method or technique to remove sealant or gasket material from a part.
  4. Do not use abrasive pads, sand paper, or power tools to clean the gasket surfaces. These methods of cleaning can cause damage to the component sealing surfaces. Abrasive pads also produce a fine grit that the oil filter cannot remove from the oil. This grit is abrasive and has been known to cause internal engine damage.

Pipe Joint Compound

IMPORTANT3 types of sealer are commonly used in engines. These are room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealer, anaerobic gasket eliminator sealer, and pipe joint compound. The correct sealer and amount must be used in the proper location to prevent oil leaks. DO NOT interchange the 3 types of sealers. Use only the specific sealer or the equivalent as recommended in the service procedure.
  1. Pipe joint compound is a pliable sealer that does not completely harden. This type sealer is used where 2 non-rigid parts, such as the oil pan and the engine block, are assembled together.
  2. Do not use pipe joint compound in areas where extreme temperatures are expected. These areas include the exhaust manifold, head gasket, or other surfaces where gasket eliminator is specified.
  3. Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material, refer to «Replacing Engine Gaskets»(ref-267961-S18008883022007101700000) .
  4. Apply the pipe joint compound to a clean surface. Use a bead size or quantity as specified in the procedure. Run the bead to the inside of any bolt holes. Do not allow the sealer to enter any blind threaded holes, as it may prevent the bolt from clamping properly or cause component damage when the bolt is tightened.
  5. Apply a continuous bead of pipe joint compound to one sealing surface. Sealing surfaces to be resealed must be clean and dry.
  6. Tighten the bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten.

RTV Sealer

  1. RTV sealant hardens when exposed to air. This type sealer is used where 2 rigid parts, such as the lower crankcase and the engine block, are assembled together.
  2. Do not use RTV sealant in areas where extreme temperatures are expected. These areas include the exhaust manifold, head gasket, or other surfaces where a gasket eliminator is specified.
  3. Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material, refer to «Replacing Engine Gaskets»(ref-267961-S18008883022007101700000) .
  4. Apply RTV to a clean surface. Use a bead size as specified in the procedure. Run the bead to the inside of any bolt holes. Do not allow the sealer to enter any blind threaded holes, as it may prevent the bolt from clamping properly or cause damage when the bolt is tightened.
  5. Assemble components while RTV is still wet, within 3 minutes. Do not wait for RTV to skin over.
  6. Tighten bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten.

Tools and Equipment

Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout this section with a complete listing at the end of the section. These tools, or their equivalents, are specially designed to quickly and safely accomplish the operations for which they are intended. The use of these special tools will also minimize possible damage to engine components. Some precision measuring tools are required for inspection of certain critical components. Torque wrenches and a torque angle meter are necessary for the proper tightening of various fasteners.

To properly service the engine assembly, the following items should be readily available

  1. Approved eye protection and safety gloves
  2. A clean, well lit, work area
  3. A suitable parts cleaning tank
  4. A compressed air supply
  5. Trays or storage containers to keep parts and fasteners organized
  6. An adequate set of hand tools
  7. Approved engine repair stand
  8. An approved engine lifting device that will adequately support the weight of the components