Removal and Installation: Installation

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If removed, install the oil suction tube (2).

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CAUTION: Do not reuse O-ring (1).

Bolts (A)

: 7.4 N.m (0.75 kg-m, 65 in-lb)

Verify the oil pan and block stiffening plate are clean and free from oil residue.
NOTE: Prepare the sealant mating surfaces by wiping them with a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol. After the surface is clean, prepare it with a Bonderite M-NT 5700 wipe or equivalent. wipe. Allow the alodine to dry for a short length of time before applying the sealant to the oil pan.

Apply the Loctite 5900 RTV sealant or equivalent to the oil pan (1) at the specified sealant bead diameter (A).

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NOTE: The oil pan (1) must be installed within 5 minutes of applying the sealant to be sure the oil pan seals properly. Final torque must be completed within 30 minutes of sealant application.

Sealant bead diameter (A)

: 2-3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in)

Place the oil pan onto its location on the block stiffening plate and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

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NOTE: After the pan is installed and the bolts tightened to specified torque, allow the sealant to dry for 30 minutes before running the engine.

Oil pan bolts

: 9.4 N.m (0.96 kg-m, 83 in-lb)

Install and tighten the oil pan drain plug (1).

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Oil pan drain plug

: 34 N.m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)

Refill the engine oil. Refer to Changing Engine Oil .
Operate the engine and check for leaks.