Removal

PAN AND FILTER ASSEMBLY

Pan, Filter And Seal Removal:

CLEAN
- Exposed ends of bottom pan screws and spray with penetrating oil.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Screws (76), oil pan (75) and gasket (73).
2. Oil filter (72) and filter seal (71).
- Filter seal may be stuck in the pump.

INSPECT
- Filter (72), open filter by prying the metal crimping away from the top of the filter (black) and pull apart. The filter may contain evidence for root cause diagnosis.
- Clutch material.
- Bronze slivers indicating bushing wear.
- Steel particles.