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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Illustrating Proper Sealer Application
    GM61840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Provided the rear main bearing cap and engine front cover have not been removed and provided the sealant on either side of the rear main bearing cap and engine front cover has not been disturbed, it may not be necessary to apply additional sealant in these locations.
  1. Apply sealer to both sides of the crankshaft rear main bearing cap (1) and where the engine front cover meets the engine block. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers  for the correct part number. Press the sealer into the gap using a putty knife.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Oil Pan & Bolts
    GM187041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the oil pan gasket.
  3. Install the oil pan.
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the oil pan flange bolts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  5. Install the oil pan side bolts. Using the J 39505  torque the bolts to 50 N. See Special Tools .m (37 lb ft).
  6. Install a NEW oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  7. If equipped with FWD, install the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Shaft Replacement .
  8. If equipped with AWD, install the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Replacement .
  9. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement (LNJ) .
    10. Fig 3: View Of Engine-To-Transaxle Brace & Bolts
    GM1371144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the engine-to-transaxle brace (3).
  11. Install the engine-to-transaxle brace bolts (1, 2) and tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  12. Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LNJ) .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Using the engine support fixture, lower the engine.
  15. Install the engine mount retaining nuts. Refer to Engine Front Mount Replacement  and Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side .
  16. Remove the engine support fixture.
  17. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  18. Fill the engine with new engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities , Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations , and Maintenance Schedule (North American Emissions) .
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