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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 490 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.2L (LN2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSOFF-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FRONT COVER INSTALLATION

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Engine Front Cover Installation

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Engine Front Cover Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma and 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the engine front cover to the engine block.
Ensure that the engine front cover gasket is properly installed in the groove in the engine front cover.
Install the engine front cover by hand and engage it fully on the alignment dowel pins.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the engine front cover bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing Engine Front Cover To Engine Block
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the accessory drive belt tensioner bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner And Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.