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Oil Pan Installation

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    Fig 1: Illustrating Proper Sealer Application
    GM61840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12378521, (Canadian P/N 88901148) or the equivalent to both sides of the crankshaft rear main bearing cap (1). Press sealer into gap using a putty knife.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Oil Pan & Bolts
    GM187041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan gasket.
  4. Install the oil pan.
  5. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the oil pan bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the oil pan side bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pan side bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: View Of Oil Pan Drain Plug
    GM909511Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the oil pan drain plug.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).