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Oil Pan Installation

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  1. Apply sealer GM P/N United States 12345739, GM P/N Canada 10953541 or the equivalent to both sides of the crankshaft rear main bearing cap (1). Press sealer into gap using a putty knife.
    Fig 1: Applying Sealant
    G01763920Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the oil pan gasket.
  3. Install the oil pan.
  4. Install the oil pan bolts.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) 

  5. Install the oil pan side bolts.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the oil pan side bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) 

    Fig 2: Oil Pan Bolts
    G01763921Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.