Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
- Remove the crossunder exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (3.5L (L66)) .
- Remove the oil pan.
- Clean sealer material from the block and oil pan assembly.
- Remove the engine rear cover.
- Remove the crossunder exhaust pipe brace.
- Remove the oil pan bolts, and oil pan.
- Clean sealer material from the block and oil pan assembly.