Oil Pan Removal Note

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Remove the transaxle housing bolts from oil pan.

Fig 1: Removing Transaxle Housing Bolts From Oil Pan
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Loosen the oil pan bolts and studs in several passes in the order shown.

Fig 2: Loosening Oil Pan Bolts And Studs In Order
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