TrailBlazer 2WD V8-6.0L (2009)
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Removal Procedure
Note: In order to completely drain the oil from the oil pan internal baffling, the bottom of the oil pan must be level during the oil drain procedure.
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L) (See: Engine, Cooling and
Exhaust/Engine/Intake Manifold/Service and Repair).
3. Remove the oil fill cap.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
5. Position a suitable drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
6. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
7. Allow the oil to drain completely.
8. Clean and inspect the oil pan drain plug, replace if necessary.
9. Clean and inspect the oil pan drain plug sealing surface, replace the oil pan if necessary.
10. Wipe any remaining oil from the drain plug hole and reinstall the oil pan drain plug until snug.