Engine - In-Pan Engine Oil Filter Replacement

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Bulletin Number: 88-6-40
Reference Number: 836110
Publish Date: 4/88
Subject: IN-PAN ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT

1987 GRAND AM WITH 2.5L ENGINE
Models (VIN CODE U) AND MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Affected: 1988 GRAND AM WITH 2.5L ENGINE (VIN CODE U) AND AUTO.. OR MANUAL TRANS. 1988 6000 AND FIERO MODELS WITH 2.5L ENGINE (VIN CODE R) AND AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION
When servicing 2.5L engines with the oil filter located in the oil pan, please be aware of the following recommended service procedure:

1. Remove oil pan drain plug. Let oil drain completely.

2. Remove oil filter with pliers or vise-grips.

3. Slowly turn filter to begin removal and pull downward.

4. Check for presence of O-ring on used filter. If not on the filter, check inside the oil filter housing on the engine.

5. Coat O-ring and grommet inner bead on new filter with clean motor oil.

6. Press fit new filter (P/N 25012305; A-C Type PF1072) into housing by hand.

7. Wipe oil pan drain plug gasket with clean cloth and coat with clean motor oil.

8. Reinstall oil pan drain plug and tighten 1/4 turn after gasket contacts pan.

9. With engine oil at proper operating level, run engine and check plug for leaks. Check oil level.
It should be emphasized that Labor Operation # J-0950 is to be used for OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT - ONLY!

This labor operation is to be used exclusively in cases requiring only an oil filter replacement. Do NOT use for routine maintenance or service.

Use Labor Operation Number: J0990 for : Oil pan drain plug/gasket
Repair and Replace

Use Labor Operation Number: J1000 for : Oil pan or oil pan gasket Repair and Replace