Oil Pan: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the oil pan gasket to the block.
- Apply a 3MM (1/8 inch) bead of Mopar® Engine RTV at the oil pump to engine block parting line. See Fig 1.
1 - SEALER LOCATION - Install pan and tighten the screws to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
- Lower engine, and remove Special Tool 8534.
- Tighten engine mount thru bolts.
- Raise the front axle into position, and reinstall front axle mounting bolts. If equipped.
- Reconnect exhaust pipe to manifold.
- Install structural collar, if equipped.
- Lower vehicle.
- Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to correct level.
- Reinstall air cleaner assembly.