GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle and support with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  2. Object Number: 181988  Size: SH
  3. Remove the oil filter from the engine block.
  4. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil into a suitable container.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 181988  Size: SH
  1. Install the NEW oil filter to the engine block.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the oil filter to 37N·m (27 lb ft).

  3. Install the oil pan drain plug to the oil pan.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 25N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Remove the safety stands and lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities in General Information.