Captiva

Lower Sump Replacement

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
2. Remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement
3. Drain the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement



4. Remove the 14 lower sump retaining bolts (2).

Note: Carefully detach from upper oil sump, using a suitable tool. Do not damage sealing surfaces.

5. Remove the lower sump (1).

1. Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material, or sealant using remover such as chisel or scraper
2. Clean the lower oil pan and lower oil pan components with solvent.

Note: Ensure that the sealing surface is clear of oil, grease and old sealant material.

3. Clean out debris from the bolt holes

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

4. Dry the lower oil pan and lower oil pan components with compressed air.

Note: Do not coat sealing compound on the lower oil sump bolt holes and bolt threads.

Note: The complete installation procedure of the lower sump should be done in 10 minutes.




5. Apply sealing compound on the sealant line (1).



6. Install the lower oil sump (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

7. Install the 14 lower oil sump retaining bolts (2) and tighten evenly to10 Nm (89 lb in).
8. Install the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Refill the engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .