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Tools Required

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J 45299  Engine Preluber

Important:  A constant/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, fill with clean engine oil.
    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 oil pressure sensor on left side of engine and remove.
  4. Install the 1/4 inch adapter P/N 509373.
    Fig 1: Removing Oil Pressure Sensor
    G02083871Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  6. Pump the handle on J 45299  to flow a minimum of 1-2 quarts of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  8. Install the oil pressure sensor.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the oil pressure sensor to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  9. Top off the engine oil to the proper level.
    Fig 2: Locating Engine Prelubing
    G02083872Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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