Oil Pan - Lower: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Drain the engine oil.
- On late build vehicles, tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
- Remove the 15 bolts and the lower oil pan.
- On early build vehicles, remove and discard the gasket.
- On late build vehicles, clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.