Engine Oil Pan - Installation

INSTALLATION










NOTE: This engine uses a two-piece oil pan. RTV is used between the upper and lower pans. The lower pan should not be separated from the upper pan unless this junction is leaking.

1. Clean sealing surfaces and apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar(R) Engine RTV GEN II at the parting line (1) of the chain case cover and the rear seal retainer (1).





2. Position a new pan gasket on oil pan.
3. Install oil pan (3) and tighten bolts (4) to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
4. Install structural collar (1) and tighten bolts (2) to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the drive belt splash shield.
6. Lower vehicle and install oil dipstick.
7. Connect negative cable to battery.
8. Fill crankcase with oil to proper level.