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Installation Procedure

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  1. Make sure that the oil pan and mounting surface on the lower crankcase are free of all oil and debris.
  2. Apply a 2 mm bead of RTV GM P/N United States 12346286, GM P/N Canada 10953472 around the perimeter of the oil pan and the oil suction port opening. Do not over apply the RTV. More than a 2 mm bead is not required.
    Fig 1: Applying RTV To Oil Pan
    G01776725Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan.
  4. Install the oil pan bolts. Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) in sequence.
  5. Install the AC compressor bolts.
  6. Install the engine mount strut bracket.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Fill the engine oil to the proper level.
    Fig 2: Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G01776727Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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