46. Oil Pan Installation

Oil Pan Installation





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

1. Install the oil pump strainer (2) and a new O-ring to the lower cylinder block. Secure the oil pump strainer using 2 bolts.
- Tighten the oil pump strainer to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).





2. Apply a continuous bead of silicon sealant GM P/N 12346240 (Canadian P/N 10953536) (1), or an equivalent, to the engine oil pan mating surface.





3. Install the engine oil pan. Use the following components to secure the engine oil pan:
- Sixteen bolts
- TWC nuts
- Tighten the engine oil pan bolts and the nuts to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
4. Install the engine oil drain plug and the gasket.
- Tighten the engine oil drain plug to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).