Oil Pan - Four Wheel Drive (4WD): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the flywheel or flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flywheel or Flexplate in this article.

CAUTION: Tape the U-joint bearing caps to prevent them from falling off the U-joints.

CAUTION: Index-mark the front axle pinion flange to the front driveshaft.

Fig 1: Locating Driveshaft Bolts

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Remove and discard the bolts and straps. Secure the driveshaft aside.
Drain the engine oil.
Secure the front axle housing to a suitable jack.

Fig 2: Securing Front Axle Housing To Suitable Jack
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NOTE: Only 2 bolts shown.

Fig 3: Locating Axle Housing Mounting Bolts

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Remove the 3 axle housing mounting bolts and lower the axle housing approximately 2 inches.
Remove the oil pan bolts and the oil pan.
- Discard the oil pan gasket.