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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pan Exterior
    GM1210977Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
    • Damage to the drain plug or drain plug hole (5)
    • Damage to the transmission mounting bosses (4)
    • Damage to the oil level/condition sensor bolt hole threads (2)
    • Damage to the oil level/condition sensor hole (3)
    • Dents or damage to the exterior (1)
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Interior
    GM1210944Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
    • Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces (1)
    • Damage to the oil pan baffle (2)
    • Damage to the bolt holes (3)
    • Damage to the oil suction tube mounting bosses (4)
    • Damage to the oil pan scraper mounting bosses (5)
    3. Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Scraper
    GM1318093Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Inspect the oil pan scraper for damage.
  4. Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.
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