GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 470515  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the oil pan drain plug and allow the engine oil to drain completely.
  3. Clean the oil pan drain plug surface.
  4. Remove the oil filter (2) from the engine block and allow the engine oil to drain completely.
  5. Clean the oil filter mounting surface.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 470515  Size: SH
  1. Install a new oil filter (2) to the engine block. Tighten the oil filter per the oil filter manufacturers instruction printed on the oil filter box.
  2. Install the oil pan drain plug.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  4. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  5. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.