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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Camaro 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 5.7L (LT1) 🢒 Oil Pump Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 11438 Size: SH
  1. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
  2. Remove the crankshaft oil deflector nuts.
  3. Remove the bolt attaching the oil pump to the rear crankshaft bearing cap.
  4. Remove the following components:
    5. • The crankshaft oil deflector
    • The oil pump
    • The driveshaft and retainer
  5. Clean the oil pump.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 11438 Size: SH
  1. Install the oil pump and the driveshaft with the retainer. Align the slot on the end of the driveshaft with the drive tang on the oil pump.
  2. Install the crankshaft oil deflector.
  3. Install the bolt attaching the oil pump to the rear crankshaft bearing cap.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the crankshaft oil deflector nuts.

    5. Tighten

        • Tighten the bolt to 90 N·m (66 lb ft).
        • Tighten the crankshaft oil deflector nuts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).
  5. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .