For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

Important: Ensure that the crankshaft bearing cap bolt holes and the crankshaft bearing cap mating surfaces are clean and dry.

1. Dip the crankshaft bearing cap bolts in clean engine oil.

Notice: Upper and lower inserts may be different. Do not obstruct any oil passages.

2. Place the crankshaft bearing inserts into the crankshaft bearing cap and into the engine block.

Important: The crankshaft bearing inserts will project slightly when put into place. Ensure that the bearing inserts project an equal distance on both sides. Ensure that the insert tangs are engaged.

3. Lubricate the crankshaft main bearing surface with clean engine oil.
4. Install the crankshaft.

Notice: In order to prevent the possibility of cylinder block or crankshaft bearing cap damage, the crankshaft bearing caps are tapped into the cylinder block cavity using a brass, lead, or a leather mallet before the attaching bolts are installed. Do not use attaching bolts to pull the crankshaft bearing caps into the seats. Failure to use this process may damage a cylinder block or a bearing cap.

5. Install the crankshaft main bearing caps. Apply a small amount of sealer GM P/N 1052942 (Canadian P/N 10953466) to the rear of the #4 crankshaft main bearing cap sealing surface.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

6. Install the crankshaft main bearing cap bolts.

Tighten
Use the J 36660-A in order to tighten the crankshaft main bearing cap bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft) plus 77 degrees.

7. Measure the crankshaft end play.

7.1. | Thrust the crankshaft forward or rearward.

7.2. | Insert a feeler gage between the number 3 crankshaft bearing and the bearing surface of the crankshaft and measure the bearing clearance. The proper crankshaft end play clearance is 0.06-0.21 mm (0.002-0.008 in).

7.3. | If the bearing clearance is not within specifications, inspect the thrust surfaces for nicks, gouges or raised metal. Minor inperfections may be removed with a fine stone.

8. Install the crankshaft position sensor into the side of the engine block.
9. Apply threadlock GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or the equivalent to the crankshaft position sensor stud threads.
10. Install the crankshaft position sensor stud.

Tighten
Tighten the crankshaft position sensor stud to 11 N·m (98 lb in).