Oil Pan: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Ford Ranger and 1995 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install NEW crankshaft rear main bearing cap wedge seal. Wedge seal should fit snugly into sides of rear main bearing cap. Position NEW oil pan gasket into groove in oil pan. Position oil pan on engine.
- Install oil pan retaining bolts/nuts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Position a straightedge along rear of engine block so it extends over one of the oil pan spacer mounting pads. See Fig 1.
- Using a feeler gauge, measure gap between mounting pad and straightedge. Repeat procedure for other mounting pad. Determine spacer thickness from measured clearance. See SPACER SELECTION table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill or top off all fluids. Start engine and check for leaks.
CAUTION:
Oil pan spacers must be installed before bolting engine to transmission.
SPACER SELECTION
| Clearance: In. (mm) | Shim Thickness: In. (mm | Shim Color Code |
|---|---|---|
| .011-.020 (.28-.51) | .010 (.25) | Yellow |
| .021-.029 (.53-.74) | .020 (.51) | Blue |
| .030-.039 (.76-.99) | .030 (.76) | Pink |