Where is the oil check valve located on the Chevrolet Cruze?

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VonCamilla
07/29/25 8:55pm
The oil check valve on the Chevrolet Cruze is located behind the car's alternator, which makes it relatively troublesome to repair as the alternator needs to be removed first. The oil check valve is a device in the automotive hydraulic system that prevents reverse flow of engine oil, and it comes in two types: straight-through check valves and right-angle check valves. The Cruze is a compact sedan produced by SAIC-GM Chevrolet, available in both sedan and hatchback versions. The sedan version has body dimensions of 4666mm × 1807mm × 1460mm, while the hatchback version measures 4450mm × 1807mm × 1459mm. In terms of powertrain, the Cruze offers two engine options: a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and a 1.4L turbocharged engine.
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