Removal and Installation: Installation

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Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Paying attention to the following.

Apply Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant, or equivalent, to the upper oil pan. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS and PRECAUTIONS FOR LIQUID GASKET .
- Install the two new O-ring in the upper oil pan.
Fig 1: Applying Sealant To Upper Oil Pan
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Tighten the upper oil pan bolts in the order as shown.

Fig 2: Upper Oil Pan Tightening Sequence
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- Bolt No. 10, 11, 18 indicate a double tightening in the sequence of bolt No.'s 1, 2, 3.
NOTE: Refer below for specified bolt sizes:
M6X20 mm (0.79 in): No. 19, 20
M8X25 mm (0.98 in): No. 1, 3, 4, 9
M8X45 mm (1.77 in): No. 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 17
M8X100 mm (3.97 in): No. 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
Apply Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant, or equivalent, to the upper oil pan. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS and PRECAUTIONS FOR LIQUID GASKET .

Fig 3: Applying Sealant To Lower Oil Pan
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Tighten the lower oil pan bolts in the numerical order shown.
- Wait at least 30 minutes after the oil pans are installed before filling the engine with oil.
Fig 4: View Of Lower Oil Pan Tightening Sequence
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