Oil Pan Replacement

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Drain engine oil.
3. Remove front and RH splash shields.

Fig. 44 Oil Pan Component Replacement:

4. Remove components in order shown, Fig. 44.

Fig. 45 Oil Pan Separation:

Fig. 46 Oil Pan Removal:

5. Using a scraper or separator tool, Fig. 45, remove oil pan, Fig. 46.
6. Remove oil strainer support bolts and oil strainer.

Fig. 48 Front & Rear Oil Pan Gasket Silicone Application:

Fig. 49 Front & Rear Oil Pan Gasket Replacement:

7. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Remove all foreign material from contact surfaces prior to installation.
b. On 1.8L engine, apply a coat of silicone sealant to front and rear oil pan gaskets and oil pan sealing surfaces, Figs. 48 and 49.
c. Tighten all fasteners to specifications.