Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply grease to the oil pump drive gear for ease of assembly.
- Line up the oil pump drive, making sure that the oil pump is fully seated in the engine block.
- Install the oil pump, making sure that the oil pump drive is fully seated in the engine block.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pump drive bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
IMPORTANT:
Correct alignment of the oil pump drive and oil pump driveshaft is critical. Make sure both components mate correctly, or engine damage may occur.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.