Removal And Installation (Lower Oil Pan): Removal

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WARNING:

Do not remove the oil pan until the exhaust system and cooling system have completely cooled off.

Drain the engine oil. Refer to CHANGING ENGINE OIL .
Loosen the lower oil pan bolts in reverse order as shown in illustration.

Fig 1: Lower Oil Pan Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Remove the lower oil pan.

CAUTION:

Do not damage the mating surfaces.

After removing the bolts, separate the mating surface and remove the old liquid gasket using Tool.

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Tool number

: KV10111100 (J-37228)

In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, use a plastic hammer to lightly tap (1) the Tool where the liquid gasket is applied. Use a plastic hammer to slide (2) the Tool by tapping on the side.

Remove the old sealant from the bolt holes and threads.