Installation Procedure
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- Install the oil pan, refer to Oil Pan Installation (LS7)
- Install the bell housing to oil pan bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Using a NEW oil seal (1) install the oil tank outlet hose (3) and bolt (2) to the oil pan. Tighten the outlet hose to oil pan bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Using a NEW oil seal (1) install the oil tank inlet hose (2) and bolt (3) to the oil pan. Tighten the inlet hose to oil pan bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- If equipped, install the A/C lines. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LS7) .
- Install the engine oil cooler adapter. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Replacement (LS7) .
- Attach the transmission cooler lines to the oil pan. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (Right Side LS7)Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (Left Side LS7) .
- 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 (LS7) .
- 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.