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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1450 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L OR 6.2L (2 OF 5))ON-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS (1 OF 2)ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR & SWITCH REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30SECTION Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Oil Pan Drain Plug & Seal

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Place a suitable drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
Remove the oil pan drain plug (430).
Allow the oil pan to drain completely.
Re-install the oil pan drain plug until snug.
Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.

Fig 2: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Components

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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (4) from the oil level sensor.

Fig 3: View Of Oil Level Sensor

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Remove the oil level sensor from the oil pan.

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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.