Replacing Oil Pump Pipe & Screen Assembly: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the new oil pump pipe and screen gasket.
- Install the oil pan gasket.
- Install the oil pump pipe and screen.
- Install the oil pump screen bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pump screen bolts to 15 N.m (11 Ft. Lbs.).
- Install the oil pan. Refer to Replacing Oil Pan .
- Inspect and verify that the oil pressure is within specifications.
IMPORTANT:
The oil pan gasket must be installed before the oil pump pipe and screen assembly.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in General Information.
NOTE:
Do not run the engine until the oil pressure is tested. Running the engine without measurable oil pressure will cause extensive damage.
NOTE:
Stop the engine and remove the oil pan if the oil pressure does not build up immediately. Check the oil pump pipe and the screen for a clogged screen, damaged pipe, or a damaged gasket. Running the engine without measurable oil pressure will cause extensive damage.