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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 Around Perimeter Of Oil Pan & Oil Suction Port Opening
    GM412541Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan.
    Fig 2: View Of Oil Pan
    GM479939Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the oil pan bolts.

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

    Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Bolts Removal & Tightening Sequence
    GM466580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the AC compressor bolts. Refer to Compressor Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  6. Install the engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Fill the engine oil to the proper level.
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