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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2008 🢒 Sierra - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.3L 🢒 Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 188048 Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil in a suitable container.

    3. Object Number: 316766 Size: SH
  3. Remove the oil filter.
  4. Inspect to ensure the engine oil filter gasket is removed.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 316766 Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.

    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 filter.

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


    Object Number: 188048 Size: SH
  3. Install the drain plug.

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

  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Fill the engine with the proper capacity and quality of engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .
  6. Operate the engine, check for leaks, and oil pressure.