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Oil Pan: Removal

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  1. Remove the catalytic converter.
  2. Drain the engine oil.
    • Install the drain plug.
    Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug
    G03430318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the 17 bolts and the oil pan.
    Fig 2: Removing Oil Pan
    G03430319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.