Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Saturn Ion 3, 2004 Saturn Ion 2, and 2004 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Make sure that the oil pan and mounting surface on the lower crankcase are free of all oil and debris.
- Apply a 2 mm bead of RTV SATURN P/N 21019581 around the perimeter of the oil pan and the oil suction port opening. Do not over apply the RTV. More than a 2 mm bead is not required.
- Install the oil pan.
- Install the oil pan bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the AC compressor bolts. Refer to Compressor Replacement (2.2L (L61)) or Compressor Replacement (2.0L (LSJ)) in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
- Install the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the engine oil to the proper level.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.