Oil Pan: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B3000 and 2001 Mazda B3000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Clean gasket mating surfaces. To install, reverse removal procedure. Apply silicone sealant at front and rear corners of oil pan surface and cylinder block, and where timing chain cover meets cylinder block. Tighten bolts in sequence to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Fill crankcase. Start engine and check for leaks.