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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 General Information 🢒 General Information 🢒 Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Position the oil drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
  3. Remove the oil pan drain plug.

    4. Object Number: 189001 Size: SH
  4. Remove the oil filter.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 189001 Size: SH
  1. Install the oil filter.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the oil pan drain bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the oil pan drain bolt to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).

    Lower the vehicle.

  3. Fill the engine with oil to the appropriate mark.
  4. Start engine and check for leaks.