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Prelubing Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.
  1. Remove the engine oil filter and fill with clean engine oil.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the oil filter.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil filter to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  3. Locate the engine block left front oil gallery plug (116).
    Fig 1: Locating Engine Block Left Front Oil Gallery Plug
    GM1272869Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the M16 x 1.5 adapter P/N 509375.
  5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  6. Pump the handle on the J 45299  in order to flow a minimum of 1-1.9 liters (1-2 quarts) engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Preluber J 45299
    GM863255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  8. Install the gallery plug to the engine.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil gallery plug to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  9. Top-off the engine oil to the proper level.
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