Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Oil Filter Adapter: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect in Starting and Charging.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
4. Remove the engine splash shield.
5. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the oil pressure sensor.
6. Remove the oil filter.
7. Remove the four bolts holding the oil filter adapter to the engine front cover.
8. Remove the following components:
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The oil filter adapter
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The gasket
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The oil pressure valve and spring
9. Clean the parts in a suitable solvent. Dry the parts.
10. Clean all of the gasket sealing surfaces.
11. Inspect the following areas:
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The oil pressure valve and the valve bore for burrs
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The spring for loss of tension, replace the spring if you are in doubt
