Engine Set-Up and Testing. Buick Roadmaster 1996

For 1990-2009 cars

After overhaul, the engine must be tested before it is installed in the vehicle. If a suitable test stand is not available, the following procedure can be used after the engine is installed in the vehicle.

1. Fill the crankcase with the proper quantity and grade of oil.
2. Add engine oil supplement GM P/N 1052367 or equivalent to the engine oil.

Notice: DO NOT use cooling system seal tabs, or similar compounds, unless otherwise instructed. The use of cooling system seal tabs, or similar compounds, may restrict coolant flow through the passages of the cooling system or the engine components. Restricted coolant flow may cause engine overheating and/or damage to the cooling system or the engine components/assembly.

3. Fill the cooling system with the proper quantity and grade of coolant.
4. With the ignition OFF or disconnected, crank the engine several times. Listen for any unusual noises or evidence that any of the parts are binding.
5. Start the engine and listen for unusual noises.
6. Check the vehicle oil pressure gauge or light and confirm that the engine has acceptable oil pressure.

If necessary, install an oil pressure gauge and measure the engine oil pressure.

7. Operate the engine at about 1,000 RPM until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.
8. Listen for improperly adjusted or sticking valves, sticking valve lifters, or other unusual noises.
9. Inspect for oil and/or coolant leaks while the engine is operating.
10. Verify that the distributor is properly positioned/adjusted (Camshaft Retard Offset procedure).
11. Perform a final inspection for the proper engine oil and coolant levels.