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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012CORVETTE V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINEINTAKE MANIFOLDSERVICE AND REPAIRENGINE BLOCK VALLEY COVER REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2L
Engine Block Valley Cover Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2LSECTION Engine Block Valley Cover Replacement
Engine Block Valley Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement Intake Manifold Replacement.
2. Remove the oil pressure switch. Refer to Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement (LS9) .
3. Remove the engine valley retaining bolts (1).
4. Remove the engine valley cover (2).
5. Remove the engine valley gasket (3).
6. Remove the O-rings (4) from the engine valley cover (2).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the O-rings (4) to the engine valley cover (2).
2. Install the engine valley gasket (3).
3. Install the engine valley cover (2).
4. Install the retaining bolts (1).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
5. Tighten the engine valley retaining bolts.
Tighten the engine valley cover bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
6. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement Intake Manifold Replacement.
7. Install the oil pressure switch. Refer to Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement (LS9) .
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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.