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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Do not use a sealant or adhesive when installing this component. Use of a sealant or adhesive can cause improper sealing. A component that is not sealed properly can leak leading to extensive engine damage.
  1. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal housing gasket over the bolts for alignment.

    Important:  The plastic inserts in the crankshaft rear oil seal housing are used to aid assembly only. The inserts are not required for service.

  2. Finger tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing
    G01728887Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Apply engine oil to both sides of the J 41349.
    NOTE: Sealability of the rear main oil seal depends on the correct alignment of the rear main oil seal housing and the oil pan. Incorrect alignment may cause oil leaks.
  4. Install the J 41349 over the crankshaft. Twist the tool to aid in sliding the tool over the crankshaft.
    5. Fig 2: Installing J 41349
    G01728888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Raise the oil pan and finger tighten the oil pan bolts.
  6. Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft). Use the J 36660-A to torque the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolt an additional 50 degrees.

  7. Remove the J 41349.
  8. Tighten the oil pan bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the oil pan bolts to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).

  9. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal. Refer to Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement .
  10. Refill the engine coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
  11. Fill the crankcase with engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
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