Oil Pan Lower Section, Removing And Installing, Version 1: Removing

Depending on the model, preliminary work may be required. Refer to OIL PAN LOWER SECTION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING  .

• Engine oil drained. Refer to ENGINE OIL .

-- Disconnect the connector from the Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266- -arrow-.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector For Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266-

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-- Remove the bolts -1 through 19-.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Oil Pan, Tightening Sequence

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-- Remove the oil pan, if necessary loosen by applying light strikes with a rubber hammer.

-- If the oil pan lower section is replaced, remove the Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266-. Refer to Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .