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Oil Pan: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan may cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
  3. Drain the engine oil and install the drain plug.
    • Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
  4. Remove and discard the oil filter.
  5. Remove the access cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Access Cover
    G07781437Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
  7. Remove the 15 bolts and the oil pan.
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