Oil Pan: Installation
- Clean all gasket surfaces. Clean oil pan and inspect for damage. On Mark VII models, apply gasket sealer to pan gasket. Position gaskets in place and install oil pan.
- On Mustang models, apply gasket sealer to pan gaskets, position gaskets in place. Position oil pick-up tube assembly into oil pan. Lift oil pan into position and install oil pick-up tube. Install oil pan.
- On all models, tighten bolts to specification. See, in this article, TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill crankcase with oil. Start engine and check for leaks.
- Clean and inspect gasket surfaces. Clean oil pan and inspect for damage. Apply gasket sealer to oil pan gaskets and place into position. With oil pick-up tube assembly positioned in oil pan, install pick-up tube then install oil pan.
- Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill crankcase with oil. Start engine and check for leaks.