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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the sealing surfaces.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Joints For Sealant
    GM1944491Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Apply an approximately 3.5 mm (0.14 in) thick bead of oil pan sealant to the joints (arrows).
  4. Fig 2: Sealant Application Area
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    NOTE:

    The assembly time including torque check must take no longer than 10 minutes.

  5. Apply an approximately 3.5 mm (0.14 in) thick bead of oil pan sealant (1) as illustrated.
  6. Fig 3: Oil Pan & Bolts
    GM2501594Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution

  7. Install the oil pan bolts (1) to the oil pan (2) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  8. Fig 4: Transmission Oil Pan Bolts
    GM2501593Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the oil pan bolts (1) and (2) to the transmission and tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  10. Install the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV,LUW)
  11. Install the front wheelhouse liner Inner front extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement (Left SIde) , Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement (Right SIde, LWE, LUW) .
  12. Install the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement 
  13. Refill the engine oil . Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .