Oil Pan: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges, which make leaks paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of sealant.

Clean the gasket sealing surfaces.

NOTE: Make sure all gasket sealing surfaces are clean and dry.

Fig 1: Installing Oil Pan Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install a new oil pan gasket, oil pan and 17 bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
  - Stage 2: Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

NOTE: Lubricate the oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.

Install a new oil filter until the gasket seal makes contact.
- Tighten the oil filter an additional 270 degrees.
Fill the engine with clean engine oil.