Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the oil pan and engine block sealing surfaces.
- Apply sealant evenly to the oil pan mating surface of the engine block. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
- Install the oil pan to the engine.
- Install the oil pan bolts.
Tighten
- Tighten the bolts, a first pass to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Tighten the bolts, a second pass to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Install the rear engine cover.
- Install the crossunder exhaust pipe brace.
- Install the crossunder exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (3.5L (L66)) .
- Refill the engine with oil and adjust the oil level.
- Start the vehicle and inspect for oil leaks.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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