Oil Pump, Pump Screen and Deflector Installation
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.
- Install the crankshaft oil deflector.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the crankshaft oil deflector nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the crankshaft oil deflector nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Important: During assembly, install a NEW oil pump driveshaft retainer. Slightly heat retainer above room temperature for ease of installation onto the oil pump driveshaft.
- Assemble the oil pump, driveshaft, and a NEW retainer.
- Install the oil pump assembly. Position the oil pump onto the locating pins.
- Install the bolt attaching the oil pump to the rear crankshaft bearing cap.
Tighten
Tighten the oil pump bolt to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Pour clean engine oil into the oil pump pickup screen.
- Rotate crankshaft in direction of engine rotation in order to prime the oil pump.