Oil Pan Removal - Lower

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Tools Required

J 37228 Seal Cutter

Disconnect the oil level sensor.

Fig 1: View Of Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector

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Remove the lower oil pan bolts.

Fig 2: View Of Lower Oil Pan & Bolts/Nuts

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage the sealing surfaces when separating the lower oil pan from the upper oil pan.

Separate the lower oil pan from the upper oil pan using J 37228 .
Remove the lower oil pan.