Pontiac firebird 1968 - Oil Pan-Remove and Replace

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Fig. 6-40 Removing Eccentric and Distributor Drive Gear Pin
7. Use tool J 22267-1 and install bearing (Fig.
6-42).
8. Use tool J 22267-1 and -2 and install seal (Fig.
6-43)
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Reassemble by reversing steps 1 thru 4.
OIL PAN-REMOVE AND REPLACE
REMOVE
1. Disconnect battery cable.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
3. On air-conditioned cars, remove compressor
from mounting brackets and position to one side.
4. Inspect all water hoses and wiring harness for
Fig. 6-42 Installing Bearing
proper routing to prevent excessive binding when en-
gine is raised.
NOTE: Before raising vehicle prop hood open at
least 6" to insure adequate clearance between tim-
ing belt cover and inner hood panel.
5. Raise vehicle and drain crankcase.
6. Remove starter assembly and flywheel cover.
7. Reroute or disconnect any wiring between bell-
housing and floor pan to insure against damage when
bellhousing contacts floor pan.
8„ Loosen transmission insulator to crossmember
retaining bolts.
9. Remove right and left engine insulator to frame
bracket thru-bolts.
10. Rotate harmonic balancer until timing mark
Fig. 6-41 Removing Bearing and Seal
Fig. 6-43 Installing Seal