General Motors — Oil Filter Replacement
Maintenance
From a General Motors operator's manual covering: 181 CID, 3.0L L4, GMG-430, LW6. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: General Motors 3.0L L4 (181 CID) engine
Before you start
- The element cannot be washed and reused.
Procedure
- Remove element by turning counterclockwise; use filter wrench if hard to loosen.
- Apply thin coat of engine oil to packing of new element and tighten fully with filter wrench.
- If only element replaced, replenish oil to proper level and check level.
- Wipe away spilt oil, start engine, and check for oil leaks from packing.
Tools required
- Filter wrench Amazon
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Specs & values
- Replace element every 125 hours.
Source: General Motors operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.