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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Oil Pump Screen & Bolts
    GM153599Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The oil pan gasket must be installed before the oil pump pipe and screen assembly.
  1. Install the new oil pump pipe and screen gasket.
  2. Install the oil pan gasket.
  3. Install the oil pump pipe and screen.
    4. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the oil pump screen bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pump screen bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  5. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
    6. NOTE: Do not run the engine until the oil pressure is tested. Running the engine without measurable oil pressure will cause extensive damage.
    NOTE: Stop the engine and remove the oil pan if the oil pressure does not build up immediately. Check the oil pump pipe and the screen for a clogged screen, damaged pipe, or a damaged gasket. Running the engine without measurable oil pressure will cause extensive damage.
  6. Inspect and verify that the oil pressure is within specifications.
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