Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection Engine Lubrication Oil Sump/Pan
Clean the oil pan mating surface.Clean the oil pan-(1). Remove all the sludge andthe oil deposits.Inspect the threads for the engine oil drain plug.Inspect the oil pan for cracking near the pan rail and thetransmission mounting points.Inspect the oil pan for cracking resulting from impact orflying road debris.
Note:The oil pan baffle and pickup screen are not removable fromthe oil pan.
Inspect the oil pan baffle and pickup screen.Repair or replace the oil pan as necessary.
Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection (LAF, LEA, or LUK) Intake and Forced Induction Intake Manifold
Clean the intake manifold-(1) matingsurfaces.Inspect the intake manifold for damage.Inspect the intake manifold for cracks near metallicinserts.Clean and inspect the intake manifoldinsulator-(2) for d ...
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection Engine Block Cylinder Block Piston Assembly
Connecting Rod MeasurementClean the connecting rods-(1) in solvent and drywith compressed air.Inspect the connecting rods for the following:Signs of being twisted, bent, nicked, or crackedScratches or ...
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Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Replacement Differentials Rear Diff
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module ReplacementCalloutComponent NamePreliminary ProceduresRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the spare tire.Remove the exhaust system. Refer toExhaust Muffler Replacement.Support and lower the rear differential assembly. ...
