Oil Pan: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean and inspect all mating surfaces.
- Apply a 2.5 mm (0.09 in) bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the oil pan.
- Position the oil pan and install the 2 rear oil pan bolts finger-tight.
- Using a suitable straightedge, align the front surface of the oil pan flush with the front surface of the engine block.
- Install the remaining oil pan bolts.
- Tighten in the sequence shown to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
- Install the 4 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
- Tighten to 48 N.m (35 lb-ft).
- Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
- Install the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBE .
- Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
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 leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove traces of sealant.
NOTE:
If the oil pan is not secured within 4 minutes of sealant application, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.