C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
1. Apply a 5 mm (0.197 inch) wide and 25 mm (1.0 inch) long bead of adhesive GM P/N 12346141 or equivalent to both the right and left sides of
the engine front cover to engine block junction at the oil pan sealing surfaces.
2. Apply a 5 mm (0.197 inch) wide and 25 mm (1.0 inch) long bead of adhesive GM P/N 12346141 or equivalent to both the right and left sides of
the crankshaft rear oil seat housing to engine block junction at the oil pan sealing surfaces.
Important: Always install a NEW oil pan gasket.
The oil pan gasket and oil pan must be installed and the fasteners tightened while the adhesive is still wet to the touch.
3. Install the NEW oil pan gasket into the groove in the oil pan.