Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Engine Mechanical - 3.1L (Unit Repair)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Engine Mechanical - 3.1L (Unit Repair)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SEALERS, ADHESIVES, AND LUBRICANTS
| Application | Type of Material | GM Part Number United States (Canada) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerator Control CableBracket Bolt Threads | Threadlock | 12345382 (10953489) | |||||||
| Camshaft Rear Bearing Hole Plug | Sealant | 12377901 (10953504) | |||||||
| Coolant Drain Plug | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Coolant Temperature Sensor Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt/Stud Threads | Threadlock | 12345382 (10953489) | |||||||
| Engine Block Coolant Drain Plug Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Engine Front Cover Bolt Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Engine Front Cover Gasket Lower Tabs | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480 | |||||||
| Engine Oil | 10W-30 Oil | 12345616 (993182) | |||||||
| Engine Oil Cooler Fitting Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Engine Oil Supplement | Lubricant | 1052367 (992869) | |||||||
| Intake Manifold Bolt Threads-Upper and Lower | Threadlock | 12345382 (10953489) | |||||||
| Intake Manifold Coolant Pipe | Sealant | 12345493 (10953488) | |||||||
| Intake Manifold to Engine Block Mating Surface | Sealant | 12378479 (10953472) | |||||||
| Knock Sensor Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Oil Filter Bypass Hole Plug Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Oil Pan Surface at Rear Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap | Sealant | 12345739 (10953541) | |||||||
| Oil Pressure Switch Threads | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Oil Pump Suction Pipe | Sealant | 12346004 (10953480) | |||||||
| Valve Lifter Guide Bolt Threads | Threadlock | 12345382 (10953489) | |||||||
| Valve Rocker Arm Cover Notch at Cylinder Head and Lower Intake Manifold | Sealant | 12345739 (10953541) | |||||||
| Valve Lifter and Camshaft Prelube | Lubricant | 12345501 (992704) | |||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.