Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the oil level sensor bolt.
- Remove the oil level sensor.
- Clean the oil pan in solvent. Remove all sludge and debris from the bottom of the oil pan.
- Inspect the oil pan sealing surfaces for damage.
Replace the oil pan if necessary.
- Install the oil level sensor.
- Install the oil level sensor bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the oil level sensor bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
CAUTION:
Refer to Cleaning Solvent Caution in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.