OEM 2001 Buick Park Avenue Oil Pan

2001 Buick Park Avenue Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the oil pan on 2001 Buick Park Avenue?

  A: First, you have to remove the torque converter cover and disconnect the oil level switch to replace the Oil Pan. The way forward will be draining oil from the engine and removing the Oil Filter. Afterward, remove the Oil Pan bolts and the Oil Pan, then the oil pump pipe and screen as well. By removing the oil gasket, clean and check for flaws on the mating surfaces of the cylinder block and Oil Pan. For installation, you need to install the new Oil Pan Gasket, after which install the oil pump pipe and screen and then the Oil Pan. Remember not to overtighten the Oil Pan bolts in order to not damage them, as well as tighten them to 14 nm (124 inch lbs.). Later on, install the Oil Filter and tighten the torque cover, join the oil presser, lower the car, and fill the engine oil.