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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2001 🢒 Sonoma Pickup - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.3L 🢒 Remote Oil Filter Adapter Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 431929 Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Position a suitable container to catch the engine oil.
  3. Remove the engine oil filter.
  4. Remove the engine oil cooler pipes from the remote engine oil filter adapter. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  5. Remove the remote oil filter inlet and outlet hoses from the remote oil filter adapter. Refer to Remote Oil Filter Adapter Pipe Replacement .
  6. Remove the nuts and the remote oil filter adapter from the remote oil filter mounting bracket.
  7. If necessary, remove the remote oil filter adapter mounting bracket and bolts from the radiator support.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 431929 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the remote oil filter adapter mounting bracket and bolts to the radiator support , if removed.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the remote oil filter adapter mounting bracket bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  2. Install the remote oil filter adapter and nuts to the mounting bracket.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the remote oil filter adapter nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the remote oil filter inlet and outlet hoses to the remote oil filter adapter. Refer to Remote Oil Filter Adapter Pipe Replacement .
  4. Install the engine oil cooler pipes to the remote engine oil filter adapter. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  5. Install the engine oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Operate the engine and check for leaks.
  8. Inspect the engine oil level and fill to the proper level.