Removal and Installation: Installation
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drain plug washers.
- Install oil strainer.
- Install oil pan (lower) as per the following:
- Use scraper (A) to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces.
- Remove old liquid gasket from the bolt holes and thread.
CAUTION: Never scratch or damage the mating surfaces when cleaning off old liquid gasket. - Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with the tube presser (commercial service tool) to the oil pan (lower) as shown in the figure, below.
a
: 7.5 - 9.5 mm (0.295 - 0.374 in)
b
: 4.0 - 5.0 mm (0.157 - 0.197 in)
: Engine front
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or an equivalent.
Refer to Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants
CAUTION: Attaching must be done within 5 minutes after coating. - Install oil pan (lower).
- Use scraper (A) to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces.
- Install oil pan drain plug.CAUTION: Do not reuse drain plug washer.
- Refer to the prior figure of the components for installation direction of drain plug washer. Refer to Exploded View .
- Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.NOTE: Wait at least 30 minutes after oil pan is installed before pouring engine oil.