Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 192

Fig. 641: View Of Camshaft Retainer & Bolts
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5. If reusing the fasteners, apply threadlock GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or

equivalent, to the threads of the camshaft retainer bolts.

6. Install the camshaft retainer and bolts.

Tighten: Tighten the camshaft retainer bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

BALANCE SHAFT INSTALLATION

Tools Required

J 8092 Universal Driver Handle

J 36996 Balance Shaft Installer. See Special Tools.

J 45059 Angle Meter. See Special Tools.

Installation

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 642: Installing Balance Shaft
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IMPORTANT: The balance shaft and the balance shaft front bearing are

serviced only as an assembly. Do not remove the balance

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

1. Apply clean engine oil GM P/N 12345610 (Canadian P/N 993193) or equivalent, to the

balance shaft front bearing.

2. Use the J 36996 and the J 8092 in order to install the balance shaft. See Special Tools.

Fig. 643: View of Balance Shaft Retainer & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

shaft front bearing from the balance shaft.

CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION .

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado