Oil Pan And Oil Pump Strainer Cleaning
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara, and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Reference: OIL PAN AND OIL PUMP STRAINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
- Inside of oil pans and oil pump strainer screen.
- Clean sealing surface on upper oil pan, lower oil pan and lower crankcase.
Remove oil, old sealant and dust from sealing surface.