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Engine Prelubing: Prelube

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    Fig 1: View Of Engine Block Left Oil Gallery Plug
    GM471138Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order 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 and fill with clean engine oil.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the oil filter and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
  3. Locate the engine block left oil gallery plug and remove.
  4. Install the M16 x 1.5 adapter P/N 509375.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Engine Preluber J 45299
    GM863255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  6. Pump the handle on the J 45299:  preluber in order to flow a minimum of 1-1.9 liters (1-2 quarts) engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  8. Install the gallery plug to the engine and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  9. Top-off the engine oil to the proper level.
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