Removal And Installation (Lower Oil Pan)

OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER


Removal and Installation (Lower Oil Pan)


REMOVAL

WARNING:
- You should not remove the oil pan until the exhaust system and cooling system have completely cooled off.
1. Drain the engine oil. Refer to Removal and Replacement.





2. Loosen the lower oil pan bolts using power tool in order as shown.
3. Remove the lower oil pan.





a. Insert Tool between the lower oil pan and the upper oil pan.

Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)


CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage the mating surface.
- Do not insert a screwdriver, this will damage the mating surfaces.
b. Slide the Tool by tapping its side with a hammer to remove the lower oil pan from the upper oil pan.
4. If re-installing the original lower oil pan, remove the old sealant from the mating surfaces using a scraper.
- Also remove the old sealant from mating surface of the upper oil pan.
- Remove the old sealant from the bolt holes and threads.

CAUTION:
Do not scratch or damage the mating surfaces when cleaning off the old sealant.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Clean oil strainer if any object is attached.

INSTALLATION





1. Apply a continuous bead of sealant to the lower oil pan.
- Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant, or equivalent. Refer to Fluid Type Specifications.
- Be sure the sealant is 4.5 - 5.5 mm (0.177 - 0.217 in) wide.
- Installation must be done within 5 minutes after applying sealant.





2. Install the lower oil pan. Tighten the lower oil pan bolts in order as shown.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling the engine with oil.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
- Start the engine and check for leaks. Refer to Procedures.
- Inspect the engine oil level. Refer to Procedures.