Engine Oil Pan Installation
Engine Oil Pan Installation
1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil pan mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.
2. Clean and dry the oil pan mating surfaces.
3. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009) to the engine block mating surface of the oil pan and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
NOTE:
- Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket along the broken line (A).
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
4. Install the oil pan.
5. Tighten the bolts in three steps. In the final step, torque all bolts, in sequence, to 12 N-m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 lbf-ft). Wipe off the excess liquid gasket on the each side of crankshaft pulley and the flywheel/drive plate.
NOTE:
- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the oil pan.
6. Install the clutch cover/torque converter cover (A) and the transmission mounting bolts (B).
7. If the engine is still in the vehicle, do step 8 through 18.
8. Lower the transmission jack from the transmission.
9. A/T model: Install the shift cable cover.
10. Tighten the lower transmission mount bracket mounting bolts and nuts.
M/T model
A/T model
11. Install a new set ring on the end of driveshaft, then install the driveshaft. Make sure the ring "clicks" into place in the differential.
12. Connect the lower arm to the left side knuckle. Front Lower Arm Removal/Installation
13. Install the left side damper fork. Front Lower Arm Removal/Installation
14. Install the splash shield. Engine Installation
15. Install the left front wheel.
16. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
17. Tighten the front engine mount bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop (B) and connect the vacuum hose (C).
18. Refill the engine with recommended engine oil. Service and Repair
