Oil Pan: Service and Repair

1. Relieve fuel system pressure as outlined under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable then, raise and support vehicle.
3. Drain crankcase, then remove oil filter.
4. Remove catalytic converter assembly.
5. Remove starter motor, then torque converter housing cover.
6. Remove oil pan attaching bolts and oil pan.
7. Reverse procedure to install.