Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Oil Pan & Bolts

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If required, install a new oil pan gasket. It is not necessary to rivet the new oil pan gasket to the oil pan.
Position the oil pan onto the lower crankcase.

Fig 2: Proper Oil Pan Seating

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The oil pan must be held flush to 0.50 mm (0.020 in) forward of the rear face of the engine block.

Fig 3: Locating Oil Pan Fasteners

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Place oil pan fasteners in location as shown:
- Short length bolt (420)
- Medium length bolt (421)
- Long length bolt (422)

Fig 4: Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the oil pan bolts. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
1. First pass-Tighten the bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
2. Final pass-Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 5: Oil Level Sensor & Bolt

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Install the engine oil level sensor into the oil pan and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Connect the electrical connector to the engine oil level sensor.
Install the front differential carrier, if equipped. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement .
Install the front frame. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement .
Fill the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
Inspect for oil leaks after engine start up.