Oil Pan: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply Mopar(R) Engine RTV GEN II at the oil pump to engine block parting line. See Fig 1.
- Install the oil pan gasket to the block. See Fig 2.
- Install pan and tighten the screws to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
- Install structural collar and torque reaction bracket
(Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/STRUCTURAL COVER - INSTALLATION)
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- Lower vehicle and fill engine crankcase with proper oil to correct level.
- Connect negative battery cable.
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
| 1 - PLACE A 3 MM (1/8 INCH.) BEAD OF SEALANT AT THE PARTING LINE OF THE OIL PUMP BODY TO ENGINE BLOCK |
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
| 1 - OIL PICK-UP TUBE |
| 2 - OIL PAN GASKET |
| 3 - SEALER |