Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 495

3. Remove the oil drain plug.

4. Drain the engine oil.

Fig. 283: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate
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5. Remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and plate, if equipped.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 284: View Of Crossbar Bolts & Bar (2WD)
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6. If equipped with a 2-wheel drive (2WD) vehicle, remove the crossmember bolts and

crossmember.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 285: View Of Crossmember Bolts & Bar (4WD Only)
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7. If equipped with a 4-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle, remove the crossmember bolts and

crossmember.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 286: View Of Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector
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8. Disconnect the oil level sensor electrical connector.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado