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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 Sealer To Oil Pan Mounting Surface
    G01580541Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan.
    Fig 2: Installing Oil Pan
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  4. Install the oil pan bolts.

    Tighten 

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

    Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G01580543Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the AC compressor bolts.
  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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