Oil Pan: Service and Repair

Oil Pan Replacement

^ Tools Required
- SA9105E Engine Support Fixture (3-Bar)

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt to manifold.
2. Remove the oil level indicator assembly.
3. Remove the oil level tube.
4. The O-ring seal should be replaced if damaged.

Important: The support bar must be installed to provide enough access to remove and properly tighten the oil pan bolts.

5. Install the SA9105E set up for SUV application.
6. Remove the right hand engine mount bolts to bracket and body.
7. Remove the right hand engine mount.

Important: Clear the access as needed to the oil pan bolts for proper tightening and torque.

8. Raise the engine approximately 3 inches using the support tool.

Caution: Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.

9. Raise the vehicle.





10. Remove only the lower A/C compressor bolt to oil pan.





11. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.





12. Remove the engine oil pan bolts.
13. Remove the oil pan using pry points to separate the pan from the engine block.
14. Clean all oil pan, block mating surfaces, and oil pan bolts.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Ensure that there is not excessive RTV material around the oil pick-up gallery flange area. Engine damage may occur if excessive material is drawn into the oil pump assembly.

Important: Ensure that the mating surfaces are clean and free of debris. Allow adequate time to allow for the oil pump to drain. This will prevent oil from dripping on the mating flange during installation.





1. Clean oil from the mating surface before the oil pan is installed to assure a proper seal. Oil may drain from the oil pump assembly.
2. Apply a 2 mm bead of Permatex The Right Stuff to the oil pan.
3. Ensure the engine block to oil pan mating surfaces are clean and dry.
4. Place the oil pan into position and hand tighten the pan bolts.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Tighten the oil pan using the appropriate sequence.
^ Tighten the oil pan bolts - L61 to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).





6. Install the oil pan drain plug.
^ Tighten the oil pan drain plug -L61 to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





7. Install the lower A/C bolt.
^ Tighten the A/C compressor bolt -L61 to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Install the right hand engine mount.





10. Install the oil level indicator tube into the block.
11. Install the oil level indicator tube bolt.
^ Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt -L61 to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).





12. Remove the oil fill cap.
13. Fill the engine with 4.73 L (5 qt) of new 5W-30 engine oil.
14. Install the oil fill cap.

Important: The oil level should be checked on a level surface.

15. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.
16. Check the engine oil level after the engine is OFF for 5 minutes. This will allow the engine oil to drain down into the oil pan from the cylinder head.
17. Verify the oil level and inspect for leaks.