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2005 Buick Allure (CANADA) V6-3.6L
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
2005 Buick Allure (CANADA) V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Position the oil drain pan under the engine oil drain plug.
3. Important: If the drain plug is damaged, do NOT reuse it. Replace with a NEW drain plug.
Remove the engine oil drain plug.
4. Remove the lower radiator air baffle and deflector.
5. Remove the oil filter.
Installation Procedure
1. Lightly oil the replacement oil filter gasket with clean oil and install the new oil filter.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the new oil filter.
Tighten the new oil filter to 3/4 to 1 full turn, after the oil filter gasket contacts the oil filter mounting surface.
3. Install the engine oil drain plug.
Tighten the engine oil drain plug to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the lower radiator air baffle and deflector.
5. Fill the engine with new engine oil.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.