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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2002 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.1L 🢒 Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection

    Object Number: 314537 Size: SH
  1. Remove the oil level sensor bolt.
  2. Remove the oil level sensor.

    3. Caution: Bodily injury may occur if the cleaning solvent is inhaled or exposed to the skin.

  3. Clean the oil pan in solvent. Remove all sludge and debris from the bottom of the oil pan.
  4. Inspect the oil pan sealing surfaces for damage.

    5. Replace the oil pan if necessary.

  5. Install the oil level sensor.

    6. 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.

  6. Install the oil level sensor bolt.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the oil level sensor bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).