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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Applying Sealant At Rear Main Bearing Cap & Engine Block
    GM61840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply sealant GM P/N 12345739 (Canadian P/N 10953541) at the rear main bearing cap and the engine block (1).
  2. Install the oil pan gasket.
    3. Fig 2: Oil Pan & Bolts
    GM105918Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the oil pan bolts.

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

    5. Fig 3: Left Oil Pan Side Bolts
    GM105914Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the left oil pan side bolts.
    6. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Right Oil Pan Side Bolts
    GM105907Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the right side oil pan bolts.

    Tighten: 

    • Use the J 39505  to tighten the right side oil pan bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft). See Special Tools .
    • Tighten the left side oil pan bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  7. Using the jackstands raise the frame assembly to the original position.
  8. Install the right side and tighten the left side frame bolts. Refer to Frame Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  9. Remove the jackstands from the frame assembly.
  10. Install the right side stabilizer link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Front Suspension.
  11. Install the right side outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering System.
  12. Install the right side lower ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Front Suspension.
  13. Install the engine mount bracket with the engine mount to oil pan. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .
  14. Install the steering shaft intermediate pinch bolt. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Use the engine support fixture to lower the engine to the original position.
  17. Raise the vehicle.
  18. Install the transaxle mount lower nuts. Refer to TRANSAXLE BRACE .
  19. Install the engine mount lower nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
  20. Install the transaxle brace to the oil pan. Refer to TRANSAXLE BRACE .
  21. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (3.4L) in Engine Electrical.
    22. Fig 5: Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM54406Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Connect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
  23. Install the catalytic converter pipe to the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (3.4L) in Engine Exhaust.
  24. Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement (3.4L) in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  25. Lower the vehicle.
  26. Remove engine support fixture.
  27. Install the engine mount struts to the engine. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left  and Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right .
  28. Fill the crankcase with new engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  29. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
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