How to remove the oil pan?

2003 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
180,000 MILES • 4.2L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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How do I remove the oil pan from this vehicle?
Feb 27, 2022 at 8:57 PM
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Hello,

On this vehicle in order to remove the oil pan you will first have to remove the A/C compressor. As well as the oil dip stick tube.

I have attached the replacement procedure below including the torque specifications.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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Feb 28, 2022 at 11:53 AM
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