Grand Vitara LTD 2WD V6-2.5L (2001)
3. Apply sealant "A" to upper oil pan (1) sealing surface area as shown in the figure.
"A": Sealant 99000-31150
4. Place the upper oil pan (1) on the cross member and suspension member (just beneath the lower crankcase). At this point install oil pump strainer.
Tightening torque
Oil pump strainer bolt (a): 11 Nm (1.1 kg-m, 8.0 ft. lbs.)
5. Install upper oil pan to lower crankcase (1).
Tightening torque
Oil pan bolt (to lower crankcase) (b): 11 Nm (1.1 kg-m, 8.0 ft. lbs.)
Oil pan bolt (to lower crankcase) (c): 27 Nm (2.7 kg-m, 19.5 ft. lbs.)
6. Install bracket (3) to oil pump strainer (2) and upper oil pan (1)..
Tightening torque
Oil pump strainer bolt (d): 11 Nm (1.1 kg-m, 8.0 ft. lbs.)