Installation Procedure
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- Install the oil pan, refer to Oil Pan Installation (LS3, L99, or LSA)
- Install the bell housing to oil pan bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- If equipped, install the A/C lines. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LS3, L99)Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LSA) .
- Install the engine oil cooler adapter. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Replacement (L99, LSA, LS3) .
- Attach the transmission cooler lines to the oil pan. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (LS3, L99)Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (LSA) .
- Attach the wiring harness to the oil pan as necessary.
- Install the right rear transmission bolt and the left rear transmission cover and bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the transmission cover bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Install the oil filter and fill the engine with the appropriate amount and type of engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement (LSA, LS3, L99) .
- Install the front frame. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement .
NOTE:
A new oil pan gasket should be used whenever the oil pan is removed from the engine assembly.