K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2000)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
Oil Pan Removal
Important: The original oil pan gasket is retained and aligned to the oil pan by rivets. When installing a new gasket, it is not necessary to
install new oil pan gasket rivets.
DO NOT use the oil pan gasket again. When installing the oil pan, install a NEW oil pan gasket.
It is not necessary to remove the oil level sensor prior to oil pan removal. Remove the oil level sensor if service is required.
1. Remove the left closeout cover and bolt.
2. Remove the right closeout cover and bolt.
