Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
3. If removed, install the drive belt shield.
Install the drive belt shield bolt.
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Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Apply sealant to both sides of the engine front cover gasket with GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent.
5. Install the engine front cover gasket.
6. Install the engine front cover.
7. Install the engine front cover bolts (1, 2, and 3).
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Tighten the small engine front cover bolts (1) to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the large engine front cover bolts (2, 3) to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
