Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Remove the oil level sensor, located in the oil pan, before the oil pan is removed. The sensor may be damaged if the oil pan is removed first.
- Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
- Remove the oil pump screen bolts.
- Remove the oil pump pipe and screen.
- Remove the oil pump pipe and screen gasket.
- Clean the screen and housing with solvent, and blow dry.
- Inspect the oil pump pipe and screen, replace if necessary.
- Clean the gasket mating surface on the pipe flange and cylinder block.