GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .
  2. Raise the vehicle.
  3. Remove the engine oil and the engine oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  4. Remove the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement .
  5. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  6. Remove the flywheel inspection cover.
  7. Remove the engine mount through bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
  8. Raise and support the engine.

  9. Object Number: 176052  Size: SH
  10. Remove the oil pan nuts and bolts.
  11. Note the location of any studs to assist reassembly.

  12. Remove the engine oil pan and the gasket.
  13. Clean all sealing surfaces. Refer to Oil Pan Clean and Inspect .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 176052  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine oil pan and a NEW gasket. Refer to Oil Pan Installation .
  2. Lower the engine onto the mounts.
  3. Install the engine mount through-bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
  4. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  5. Install the flywheel inspection cover.
  6. Install the engine oil filter and the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  7. Install the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement .
  8. Install the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .