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Oil Pan: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Drain the engine oil, then install the drain plug.
    • Tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
  3. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover .
  4. Remove the 4 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
  5. Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.