You can ensure that the
Oil Pan and mounting surface on the lower crankcase are free of all oil and debris, apply a 2 mm bead of RTV GM P/N United States 12346286, GM P/N Canada 10953472 around the perimeter of the oil pan and the oil suction port opening, install the oil pan, install the oil pan bolts, install the AC compressor bolts, install the engine mount strut bracket and bolts, install the engine mount strut bracket, install the engine splash shield, lower the vehicle and fill the engine oil to the proper level.