4.3L "C" & "K" Series: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Any time the transmission and the engine oil pan are off of the engine at the same time, install the transmission before the oil pan. This is to allow for the proper measurement of the oil pan tolerance. Failure to achieve the correct clearance can result in premature transmission failure.
- Install the engine oil pan and a NEW oil pan gasket.
- Install the engine flywheel.
- Install the transmission. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION ("C" & "K" SERIES) .
- Install the access plugs for the oil pan rear nuts.
- Install the oil cooler pipes and the retainer from the side of the engine.
- Install the oil filter adapter. Refer to OIL FILTER ADAPTER .
- Install the starter motor.
- Install the engine oil filter and the engine oil.
- Lower the vehicle.