1999 GMC Sonoma

1999 GMC SONOMA
111,118 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RLJ213
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I'm almost embarrassed to ask this question. I went out and bought 5 quarts of oil and a new oil filter, climbed under the truck to change the oil, and I could not find the stupid filter! I looked all over under that thing and I couldn't find it. Can someone help me out?
Nov 14, 2009 at 1:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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On the front part of the engine there is a plastic cover, There is a door that opens. THe filter is in there. Also, when you refill the system with oil, start by placing 4 1/2 quarts in it. Start the engine and let it run for 10 or 15 seconds, then check the oil level. Some will only hold 4 1/2 qts. Others will take all 5.

Let me know if you still can't find the filter.

Joe
Nov 17, 2009 at 5:46 PM
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