Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra and 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts

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Install the engine mount bracket.
Perform the following procedure prior to installing the engine mount bracket bolts.
1. Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
2. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
3. Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the bolts.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the engine mount bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mount bracket bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Right Side (Left Side Similar) Engine Mount Side Bracket & Bolts

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Position the engine mount side bracket to the engine, if removed.
Install the engine mount side bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mount side bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Right Side (Left Side Similar) Engine Mount Bolts

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Install the engine mount.
Install the engine mount bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mount bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Lower the engine.
Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement (4.3L) .

Fig 4: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate

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Install the oil pan skid plate and bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pan skid plate bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 5: View Of Right Side (Left Side Similar) Engine Mount To Engine Mount Bracket Bolts

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Install the engine mount to engine mount bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mount to engine mount bracket bolts to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).