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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the engine. Refer to Engine Replacement  .
  2. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil into a suitable container.

    Important:  The low oil level sensor is not reusable. Use a NEW low oil sensor.

  3. Remove and discard the engine oil level sensor (if applicable).
    Fig 1: Removing Engine Oil Level Sensor
    G01977612Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the oil pan bolts and nuts.
    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Bolts & Nuts
    G01977613Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the oil pan.
    Fig 3: Removing Oil Pan
    G01977614Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the oil pan gasket.
  7. Discard the oil pan gasket.
  8. Clean all sealing surfaces on the engine and the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection  .
    Fig 4: Removing Oil Pan Gasket
    G01977615Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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