GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2009 🢒 G8 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L, or 3.6L 🢒 Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.

    2. Object Number: 1958091 Size: SH

    Note:  Use a six-point socket to remove the oil filter cap (1).

  2. Remove the oil filter adapter cap (1) from the engine oil filter adapter (3).

    3. Note: The oil filter cartridge (2) must be replaced at every service interval.

  3. Remove the oil filter cartridge (2).

    4. Discard the oil filter cartridge (2).

    Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.

  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.

    5. Object Number: 1958717 Size: SH
  5. Place a suitable container below the oil pan drain plug (1).
  6. Remove the oil pan drain plug (1) from the oil pan (2).
  7. Allow the oil to drain completely.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1958717 Size: SH
  1. Install the oil pan drain plug (1) to the oil pan (2) and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
  2. Lower the vehicle.

    3. Object Number: 1958720 Size: SH
  3. Lubricate the oil filter cap threads with clean engine oil.

    4. Object Number: 1958091 Size: SH
  4. Install the NEW oil filter cartridge (2).

    5. Note: Use a six-point socket to install the oil filter cap.

  5. Install the oil filter cap (1) to the engine oil filter adapter (3) and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
  6. Fill the engine with the appropriate oil type and quantity. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations and Approximate Fluid Capacities.
  7. Reset the service reminder display. Refer to Service Display Reminders.