Oil Pan Installation
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- 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.
- Install the oil pan gasket.
- Install the oil pan.
- Install the oil pan bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the oil pan side bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pan side bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the oil pan drain plug.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.