GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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GMC_Truck
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2006
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TopKick C-Series (Conventional) C6/C7/C8
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 8.1L
🢒 Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
Remove the oil pan gasket (404).
Remove the baffle (437) and bolts (436).
Clean the oil pan (400) in solvent.
Caution:
Refer to
Safety Glasses Caution
in the Preface section.
Dry the pan with compressed air.
Inspect the oil pan for the following conditions:
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Drain plug and oil level sensor holes for damaged threads
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Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces
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Cracks or damage to the exterior of the pan