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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Chevy G Van 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 6.5L 🢒 Oil Pump Drive Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Notice: Do not run the engine without the oil pump drive in place. This will cause extensive engine damage.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the turbocharger assembly. Refer to Turbocharger.

    4. Object Number: 60246 Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolt.
  5. Remove the clamp.
  6. Remove the oil pump drive.
  7. Remove the o-ring.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 60246 Size: SH

    Important: Do not force the oil pump drive gear into place. The oil pump drive gear should slide into place with slight resistance. Apply clean engine oil to the new o-ring.

  1. Install the o-ring to the oil pump drive.
  2. Install the oil pump drive to the engine.
    3. 2.1.  Index the drive with the camshaft gear and the oil pump drive shaft.
    2.2. Ensure that the drive seats fully.
  3. Install the clamp.
  4. Install the bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 42  N·m (31 lb ft).

    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.

    Important: Always replace the o-ring between the turbocharger and the upper intake manifold as well as to the o-ring between the turbocharger and the engine block.

  5. Install the turbocharger. Refer to Turbocharger.
  6. Install the engine cover. Refer to Interior Trim.
  7. Connect the negative battery cables.