Oil Pan: Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove intake air duct and air cleaner assembly. Disconnect front oxygen sensor harness connector. Remove upper engine torque brace. Remove upper radiator brackets. Raise and support vehicle. Remove front wheels. Disconnect rear oxygen sensor.
- Remove engine undercover. Drain engine oil. Disconnect rear oxygen sensor harness connector. Remove front and center exhaust pipes. Using a suitable lifting device, support engine.
- Remove front engine mount-to-crossmember nuts. Remove oil pan retaining bolts. Raise engine. Using a gasket cutter blade, break seal between oil pan and engine block. Remove oil pan.
- Remove oil pick-up screen. Remove baffle plate. Clean all sealant from oil pan and engine block mating surfaces.