Oil Pan: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. 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 AND LIFTING article.
- Drain the engine oil, then install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
- Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube .
- Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover .
- Remove the 4 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
- Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.