Oil Pan: Removal
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Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise vehicle and drain engine oil. Remove front exhaust pipe and gasket. Remove center crossmember. See Figure. Remove dipstick guide and starter motor. Remove right and left transaxle stay. Remove transaxle case lower cover. Remove oil pan bolts. Using a wedge like instrument, remove oil pan.