Oil Pan Removal - Lower

Tools Required 

J 37228  Seal Cutter. See Special Tools .

1. Disconnect the oil level sensor.
   Fig 1: View Of Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector

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2. 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.
3. Separate the lower oil pan from the upper oil pan using J 37228  . See Special Tools .
4. Remove the lower oil pan.