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2000 Chevy Astro oil filter keeps cracking

Tiny
K7464450
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  • 2000 CHEVROLET ASTRO
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 275,000 MILES
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
? Please help?
Sunday, March 15th, 2009 AT 10:38 PM

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Tiny
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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.
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Sunday, March 15th, 2009 AT 10:53 PM

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