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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Sunfire 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.5L (LE8) 🢒 Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
  1. Position an appropriate drain pan under the engine.
  2. Remove the oil pan drain plug and allow oil to drain from the oil pan.

    3. Object Number: 711474 Size: SH
  3. Remove the oil filter (1).

    4. 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 oil pan drain plug.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

  5. If cleaning or repairing the engine block it is not necessary to reinstall the plug.