Oil Pan and Oil Pump Strainer Cleaning

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inside of oil pan and oil pump strainer screen.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pan & Oil Pump Strainer Screen
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Clean sealing surface on upper oil pan, lower oil pan and lower crankcase. Remove oil, old sealant, and dust from sealing surface.

Fig 2: Cleaning Sealing Surface On Upper Oil Pan
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