Removing and installing oil pan - engine installed: Removal

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Unscrew cap of the oil filler opening.
Lift the vehicle. Drain engine oil.

Fig 1: Draining Engine Oil
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Undo oil pan fastening screws. (M6 x 16, 13 ea.). Detach oil pan by tapping it at the sides with a plastic hammer.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Pan
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3.1 If the oil pan has a leverage bar, lever the oil pan off using a plastic-coated mounting lever.

Fig 3: Prying Off Oil Pan Using A Plastic-Coated Mounting Lever
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