Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
Oil Pan Cleaning and InspectionSpecial Tool
J 28410 Gasket Remover
Cleaning Procedure
1. Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using J 28410.
2. Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
3. Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
WARNING:
Refer to [Safety Glasses Caution].
4. Dry the oil pan and oil pan components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
1. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
^ Damage to the drain plug hole threads (1)
^ Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (2)
^ Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (3)
^ Damage to the transmission mounting bolt hole threads (4)
^ Damage to the bracket bolt hole threads (5).
2. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
^ Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (1)
^ Damage to the engine mount brace bolt hole threads (2)
^ Damage to the engine front cover bolt hole threads (3)
^ Damage to the A/C compressor mounting bolt hole threads (4)
^ Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (5)
3. Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
^ Damage to the oil pan baffle scraper bolt hole threads (1)
^ Damage or gouges to the oil pan sealing surface (2)
^ Damage to the oil suction tube mounting upper bracket bolt hole threads (3)
^ Damage to the oil suction tube mounting lower bracket bolt hole threads (4)
4. Inspect the oil pan baffle scraper for damage.
5. Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.