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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1230395  Size: SH
  1. Drain the engine oil from the engine crankcase.
  2. Remove the front exhaust pipe nuts (1).
  3. Remove the front exhaust pipe gasket (2).
  4. Remove the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold.

  5. Object Number: 1224172  Size: SH
  6. Remove the clutch housing bolts (1) and lower plate (2).

  7. Object Number: 1224174  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolts and nuts (1) of the oil pan.
  9. Remove the oil pan from the engine block (2).
  10. Clean the oil pan and engine block sealing surfaces.
  11. Clean the oil pan bolts.
  12. Clean the oil pan bolt holes in the engine block.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1224177  Size: SH
  1. Apply gasket to the oil pan.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

    Note:  Install the oil pan within 5 minutes after applying liquid gasket to the oil pan.

  3. Install the oil pan and the bolts (1) and tighten to 9-12 N·m (80-106 lb in).
  4. Discard the used oil pan drain plug washer and replace it with a new one.
  5. Install the clutch housing lower plate and bolts (2) and tighten to 4-7 N·m (35-62 lb in).

  6. Object Number: 1224179  Size: SH
  7. Install the front exhaust pipe gasket and nuts and tighten to 25-35 N·m (18-25 lb ft).
  8. Replace the engine oil.