Engine Front Cover and Oil Seal Installation. Chevrolet Tahoe

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Tahoe - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 5.0L and 5.7L 🢒 Engine Front Cover and Oil Seal Installation

Lubricate the crankshaft front oil seal surface with clean engine oil.

Important: Do not attempt to reuse the composite engine front cover and gasket. You must install a new cover and gasket.

Install the engine front cover and gasket.
Install the engine front cover bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in). Refer to

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.