Rendezvous AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
Oil Filter Adapter: Service and Repair
Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the oil filter.
3. Remove oil filter bypass hole plug.
Important: Do not pry against the threads in the oil filter bypass hole when removing the bypass valve.
4. Insert a flat-bladed tool into the oil filter bypass hole and force the bypass valve (1) out.
5. Remove the oil filter bypass valve.
