Note. Replace the lower oil pan if the coating on it is damaged or if it is bent.
| CAUTION | Risk of contaminating lubricating system and bearing. Cover open parts of the engine. |
| WARNING | Danger of eye injury. Wear protective goggles. |
Remove the sealant residue on the lower and upper sections of the oil pan, for example using a rotating plastic brush.
Scheme 14
Note. Make sure the coating on the lower oil pan is not damaged.
Clean the sealing surfaces; they must be free of oil and grease.
Note. Note the expiration date of the sealing compound.
Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter approximately 1 mm).
Scheme 15
| CAUTION | The lubrication system could be plugged with excess sealant. Do not apply sealant bead thicker than indicated. |
Apply the sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surfaces of the lower oil pan as shown in the illustration.
Scheme 16
- Thickness of sealant bead: approximately 1.5 mm
Note. Install the lower oil pan within five minutes of applying the sealant.
Position the lower section of the oil pan and tighten the bolts. see scheme 8
Install in reverse order of removal paying attention to the following
Install the ATF lines. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Install stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Install the oil cooler. Refer to ENGINE OIL COOLER .
Fill with engine oil and check oil level.