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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the oil pan. For additional information, refer to ENGINE LUBRICATION COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW  and OIL PAN .
  3. NOTE: Discard the gasket and clean and inspect the gasket mating surfaces.
  4. Remove the 2 bolts and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.