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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 365 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.8L (UNIT REPAIR))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSOIL PAN INSTALLATION
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Oil Pan Installation
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Oil Pan Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the oil pan gasket to the oil pan flange.
- Install the oil pan.
- Clean the oil pan bolts.
- Apply one drop of GM P/N United States 12345382, GM P/N Canada 10953489 to each bolt.
- Install the oil pan bolts.
Tighten:
Tighten the bolts to 14 N.m (125 lb in)
NOTE: Install the oil level sensor, located in the oil pan, after the oil pan is installed. The sensor may be damaged if the oil level sensor is installed first. - Install the oil level sensor.
Tighten:
Tighten the oil level sensor to 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.