Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Camshaft Cover Installation (LAF, LEA, or LUK) Valvetrain Camshaft
Install NEW camshaft cover grommets and camshaft cover bolts if they are servicedwith the grommet.Assemble the camshaft cover-(1) and a NEW gasket. Ensure that the gasket is locatedin the retaining groove in the camshaft cover.
Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.
Install the cover on the cylinder head and hand start the bolts. Tighten the boltsto 10-Y-(89-lb-in).
Install the camshaft housing cover insulator-(1). Tighten the bolts to 10-Y (89-lb-in).
Inspect the inside of the ignition coil rubber boot for a thin, even coat of grease.If there is no grease present or additional grease is necessary, complete the followingprocedure:Apply a thin coating of dielectric grease evenly to the inside of the ignition coilrubber boot, up to a depth of 15-mm from the end of the boot. Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.Remove any excess grease from around the end of the boot, and ensure there is notan excessive amount within the boot.Install the ignition coil-(1). Tighten the bolt to 10-Y (89-lb-in).
Install the front lift bracket-(1).Install the front lift bracket bolts and tighten to 25-Y-(18-lb-ft).
Install the rear lift bracket-(1).Install the rear lift bracket bolts and tighten to 25-Y-(18-lb-ft).
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Installation Engine Lubrication Oil Level Indicator Tube
Install a NEW O-ring on the oil level indicatortube.Install the oil level indicator and tube-(2) bysliding the tube down through the lower crankcase hole.Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.Install the o ...
Balance Shaft to Engine Timing (LAF, LEA, or LUK) Engine Block Cylinder Block Balance Shaft
Install the balance shaft drive sprocket.Note:If the balance shafts are not properly timed to the engine,the engine may vibrate or make noise.Install the balance shaft drive chain with the colored lin ...
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Steering Gear Boot Replacement Steering Gear Assembly
Special ToolsJ-22610Keystone Clamp PliersFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Removal ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer toSteering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.Remove the steering link ...
