1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the oil fill cap.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
4. Remove the oil pan drain plug (430) and O-ring (429).
5. Allow the oil to drain into an appropriate container.



6. Remove the engine oil filter (437). Allow the rest of the engine oil to drain into an appropriate container.



7. Remove the oil filter adapter (438).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Prior to installing a NEW oil filter, ensure that the old oil filter gasket has been removed from the engine block. If not, remove the old gasket.

1. Install a NEW oil filter adapter (438).

Tighten
Tighten the adapter to 55 N·m (40 lb ft).




2. Install a NEW engine oil filter (437).

Tighten
Tighten the filter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).




3. Install the oil pan drain plug (430) and O-ring (429).

Tighten
Tighten the drain plug to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the engine with the appropriate amount and type of NEW engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
6. Check the oil level.
7. Install the oil fill cap.
8. Close the hood.
9. Reset the engine oil life monitor, if necessary. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting .