Express 4500 V8-6.0L (2010)
1. Apply a 5 mm (0.20 in) bead of sealant 20 mm (0.80 in) long to the engine block. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (See:
Specifications/Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers) for the correct part number. Apply the sealant directly onto the tabs of the front cover
gasket that protrudes into the oil pan surface.
2. Apply a 5 mm (0.20 in) bead of sealant 20 mm (0.8 in) long to the engine block. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (See:
Specifications/Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers) for the correct part number. Apply the sealant directly onto the tabs of the rear cover
gasket that protrudes into the oil pan surface.
Note: Be sure to align the oil gallery passages in the oil pan and engine block properly with the oil pan gasket.
3. Pre-assemble the oil pan gasket to the pan.
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Install the gasket onto the pan (2).
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Install the oil pan bolts (1) to the pan and through the gasket.
4. Install the oil pan, gasket and bolts to the engine block.
5. Tighten the oil pan bolts until snug. Do not overtighten.