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Engine Prelubing: Prelube

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    Fig 1: View Of Engine Assembly
    GM1336133Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: A constant/continuous flow of clean engine oil is required to properly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.
  1. Remove the engine oil filter, fill with clean engine oil, and reinstall.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil filter to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

  2. Remove the oil pressure sensor.
  3. Install the M16 x 1.5 adapter P/N 509375.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Engine Preluber J 45299
    GM863255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  5. Pump the handle on J 45299  to flow a minimum of 1-2 quarts of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  6. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  7. Install the oil pressure sensor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pressure sensor to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

  8. Top off the engine oil to the proper level.
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