Installation Procedure
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- The lower crankcase surface must be free of contamination prior to applying the sealer.
- Install and align the oil pan to block within 10 minutes of applying the sealer.
- The oil pan must be fastened to final torque specification within 60 minutes of applying the sealer.
- Apply a 4.25 mm bead of sealer (1) on the level part of the flange around the perimeter of the oil pan (2) as shown. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Install the oil pan and hand start the oil pan bolts (1), (2) and (3).
- Tighten the oil pan bolts in sequence to final torque twice using the following procedure:
- Tighten bolts in sequence 1-11 to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten bolts in sequence 12-13 to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the catalytic converter lower brace (2).
- Install the catalytic converter to oil pan brace fasteners (1). Tighten 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
- Install and tighten Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
- Install and tighten Oil Pan Bolt (1) to 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
- Install and tighten Oil Pan Bolt (1) to 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
- Connect the oil level switch connector (1).
- Install Power Transfer Unit Case. Refer to Power Transfer Unit Case Replacement
- Install Front Cradle Brace. Refer to Front Cradle Brace Replacement
- Install Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Heat Shield. Refer to Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Heat Shield Replacement
- Install Exhaust Front Pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LCV)
- Install Engine Front Cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement
- Refill the engine oil and install a NEW oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
NOTE:
NOTE:
When installing the oil pan, carefully align the oil pan to the locating pins and install the pan onto the lower crankcase.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .