Tools Required
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- J 21882 Oil Suction Pipe Installer
- J 22144 Oil Suction Pipe Installer
- Lubricate all the internal oil pump parts using engine oil during assembly.
- Install the oil pump gears.
- Install the oil pump cover.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the oil pump cover bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the oil pump cover bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the pressure regulator valve.
- Install the pressure regulator spring.
- Install the cotter pin.
Important: Make sure the cotter pin is properly secured.
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the new suction pipe.
- Tap the new suction pipe into place using a plastic hammer. Use the J 21882 for 5/8 inch pipe or J 22144 for 3/4 inch pipe.