oil pan removal

[BClark1204]

I have a 99 Tahoe 4wd. I am having a lot of difficulty getting the oil pan out. Any suggestions? Do I need to raise the engine? If so, what is the easiest way to this? Thanks for any help!

 

[brodg]

Document ID# 332474
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe - 4WD


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Oil Pan Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .
Raise the vehicle.
Remove the engine oil and the engine oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Remove the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement .
Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
Remove the flywheel inspection cover.
Remove the engine mount through bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
Raise and support the engine.



Remove the oil pan..
Note the location of any studs to assist reassembly.
Clean all the sealing surfaces. Refer to Oil Pan Clean and Inspect .
Remove the engine oil pan and the gasket.
Installation Procedure
Install the engine oil pan and a NEW oil pan gasket. Refer to Oil Pan Installation .
Lower the engine onto the engine mounts.
Install the engine mount through-bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
Install the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
Install the flywheel inspection cover.
Install the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement .
Install the engine oil filter and the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.



Install the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .

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Document ID# 332474
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe - 4WD

 

[41racing]

Remove the front diff. it's easy, and they you have great acess to the oil pan.