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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.1L and 3.4L 🢒 Oil Pan Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 63663 Size: SH
  3. Loosen the upper A/C compressor bolts, if equipped. Do not remove the bolts.
  4. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to General Information.
  5. Drain the crankcase.
  6. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Remove the right splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement in Bumpers.
  8. Remove the right front ABS wheel speed sensor harness from the right suspension support.
  9. Remove the right front ball joint. Refer to Ball Joint in Front Suspension.
  10. Remove the right side stabilizer link. Refer to Stabilizer Link in Front Suspension.
  11. Remove the right side suspension support. Refer to Suspension Support in Front Suspension.

    12. Object Number: 63664 Size: SH
  12. Remove the lower A/C compressor bolts.
  13. Position the compressor aside. Support the compressor. Refer to Compressor Assembly in Air Conditioning.
  14. Remove the engine to transmission brace. Refer to Transmission Brace in Automatic Transmission.
  15. Remove the oil filter.
  16. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter in Cranking Systems.
  17. Remove the flywheel inspection cover.

    18. Object Number: 54394 Size: SH
  18. Remove the oil pan side bolts.
  19. Remove the oil pan bolts.
  20. Remove the oil pan.
  21. Remove the oil pan gasket.
  22. Clean the following items:
    23. • Oil pan flanges
    • Oil pan rail
    • Front cover
    • Rear main bearing cap
    • Threaded holes

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 54394 Size: SH
  1. Install a new gasket. Place sealant on the oil pan gasket tabs if you are installing the rear main bearing cap. Place the sealer on the tabs that insert into the gasket groove of the outer surface on the main bearing cap. Use GM sealant P/N 1052080 or its equivalent.
  2. Install the oil pan.
  3. Install the oil pan retaining bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

    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.

  4. Install the oil pan side bolts.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the side bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the transmission converter cover.
  6. Install the starter. Refer to Starter in Cranking Systems.
  7. Install the oil filter.
  8. Install the engine to transmission brace. Refer to Transmission Brace in Automatic Transmission.

    9. Object Number: 63663 Size: SH
  9. Loosely assemble the A/C compressor spacer and the upper bolts. Secure the spacer and the bolts in place.
  10. Install the A/C compressor to the engine. Refer to Compressor Assembly in Air Conditioning.
  11. Install the right side suspension support. Refer to Suspension Support in Front Suspension.
  12. Install the right side stabilizer bar. Refer to Stabilizer Bar in Front Suspension.
  13. Install the right side ball joint. Refer to Ball Joint in Front Suspension.
  14. Connect the right front ABS wheel speed sensor harness.
  15. Install the right splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement in Bumpers.
  16. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  19. Fill the crankcase.
  20. Connect the negative battery cable.