Cylinder Block Oil Plug (G2263909): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt this procedure if you are not experienced in cutting threads. The work should be outsourced to a local specialist.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Remove the front subframe.
Refer to: FRONT SUBFRAME - V6 S/C 3.0L PETROL
- Remove the generator.
Refer to: GENERATOR
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CAUTION: Do not use excessive force.
Using a suitable hammer and a 6 mm parallel drift, knock the center of the cylinder block oil plug into the cylinder block.
Use a suitable M8 tap to cut a thread into the cylinder block oil plug to a depth of 13 mm.
General Equipment: M8 tap
- Install a suitable M8 threaded bar to the cylinder block oil plug.
- Install the slide hammer to the M8 threaded bar.
Special Tool(s): 100-012
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CAUTION: Make sure the center of the cylinder block oil plug, that was knocked into the cylinder block in step 3, is removed from the cylinder block.
- Use the slide hammer to remove the cylinder block oil plug.
Special Tool(s): 100-012
- Remove the center of the cylinder block oil plug.
- Discard the cylinder block oil plug.
- Use the slide hammer to remove the cylinder block oil plug.
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CAUTION:
- Do not use air tools to remove any swarf or debris.
- Take care not to push any swarf or debris into the cylinder block.
- Use a suitable drill or reamer to make sure the hole in the cylinder block is the correct size for an M18 x 1.5 mm tap.
- Thoroughly clean the cylinder block, remove any swarf or debris that is present.