Sierra Classic 2500 4WD V8-8.1L (2007)
Oil Filter: Service and Repair
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the oil pan drain plug and allow the engine oil to drain completely.
3. Clean the oil pan drain plug surface.
4. Remove the oil filter (2) from the engine block and allow the engine oil to drain completely.
5. Clean the oil filter surface.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new oil filter (2) to the engine block. Tighten the oil filter per the oil filter manufacturers instruction printed on the oil filter box.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the oil pan drain plug.
Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.
