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Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection

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  1. Remove the oil pan gasket (2) from the groove in the oil pan (1).
  2. Clean the oil pan in solvent.
    NOTE: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Dry with compressed air.
  4. Inspect the oil pan for the following conditions:
    • The drain plug hole for damaged threads
    • Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces
    • Cracks or damage to the exterior of the oil pan
    • Damage to the oil level indicator tube area
    • Damage to the oil pan gasket
    Fig 1: Oil Pan & Gasket
    G01675513Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.