Oil Pan Clean and Inspect

1. Remove the low oil level indicator screw.
2. Remove the low oil indicator.
3. Clean the oil pan flanges.
4. Clean the oil pan rail.
5. Clean the front cover.
6. Clean the rear main bearing cap.
7. Clean the threaded holes.
8. Clean the oil pan in solvent. Remove all sludge and varnish from the oil pan.
9. Clean the gasket surfaces on the oil pan.
10. Inspect the gasket flanges for bending or damage.
11. Inspect the oil pan for cracks or dents.
12. Inspect the oil pan side bolts. Ensure that the rubber gasket on the inside of the bolt head is not damaged.





13. Install the low oil level indicator.
14. Install the low oil level indicator screw. Tighten the indicator bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
15. Install the oil pan drain plug. Install the oil pan drain plug washer. Tighten the plug to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).