2000 Chevy Astro oil filter keeps cracking

2000 CHEVROLET ASTRO
275,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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i have recently taken my 2000 chevy astro van to get an oil change and when they go to change the filter it cracks. i have been through 3 oil filters in one day what is the problem with the van
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Mar 15, 2009 at 3:38 PM
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Could be caused by a blockage/restriction in the oil flow path, oil pump pressure relief valve stuck closed or the pressure switch itself. Cheap fix is replace the switch if there's no knocking noises-Noises could mean oil pump and engine bearings.
Mar 15, 2009 at 3:53 PM
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