Pan, Oil: Removal: 4X4
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Follow all steps for 4X2 removal.
- Unbolt and lower the steering rack, without disconnecting the lines.NOTE:
The front axle must be lowered to remove the oil pan on 4X4 vehicles.
- Remove the front driveshaft at the axle. Mark for reassembly.
- Support the front axle.
- Remove the right and left axle to mount bolts.
- Lower axle.
- Remove the oil pan mounting bolts and oil pan.
- Unbolt oil pump pickup tube and remove tube.NOTE:
When the oil pan is removed, a new integral windage tray and gasket assembly must be installed. The old gasket cannot be reused.
- Discard the integral windage tray and gasket and replace.