GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 71393  Size: SH
  1. Install the inner and the outer rotors (5) in the pump cover in the same orientation as removed. The outer rotor has one chamfered edge. The chamfered edge must be face-down (closest to the rear of the engine) in the pump body (1).
  2. Install the pressure relief valve piston, spring and retaining cap (2) in the pump housing bore.
  3. Install the pressure relief valve cap retaining pin (4).
  4. Pack the pump housing with white petroleum jelly to ensure pump priming.
  5. Assemble the housing and cover over the locating dowel (3).
  6. Insert a 9.5 mm (0.375 in) drill in the pump mounting hole on the opposite side in order to aid in the alignment of the housing and cover.
  7. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  8. Install the oil pump cover bolts (8) and tighten to 12 N·m (106 lb in).