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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2005SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREPAIR INSTRUCTIONS101. ENGINE PRELUBING
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A
101. Engine Prelubing
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN ASECTION 101. Engine Prelubing
Engine Prelubing
Tools Required
J 45299 Engine Preluber
A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.
1. Remove the engine oil filter, fill with clean engine oil.
2. Install the oil filter. Tighten the oil filter 3/4 to 1 full turn, after the oil filter gasket contacts the oil filter mounting surface.
3. Locate and remove the oil pressure sending unit.
4. Install the 3/818 adapter P/N 11628.
5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
6. Pump the handle on the J 45299 in order to flow a minimum of 11.9 liters (12 quarts) of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
8. Install the oil pressure sending unit. Tighten the oil pressure sending unit to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
9. Topoff the engine oil to the proper level.
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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.