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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L, or 3.6L 🢒 Oil Filter Adapter Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1829109 Size: SH
  1. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement .
  2. Remove and properly dispose of the oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor electrical connector.
  4. Remove the oil filter adapter bolts from the engine block.

    5. Object Number: 1829112 Size: SH
  5. Remove the oil filter adapter.

    6. Object Number: 1829114 Size: SH
  6. Remove and discard the oil filter adapter gasket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1829114 Size: SH
  1. Position a NEW oil filter adapter gasket onto the oil filter adapter.

    2. Object Number: 1829112 Size: SH
  2. Place the oil filter adapter into position.

    3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1829110 Size: SH
  3. Install the oil filter adapter bolts. Ensure the longer bolts (1) is installed in the upper rear position and tighten to 23 N·m (17 lb ft) .
  4. Install a NEW oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  5. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement .