Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection RWD
Tools Required
J 28410 Gasket Remover
Cleaning Procedure
- Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material, or sealant using
J 28410
.
- Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
- Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
- Dry the oil pan and oil pan components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Dents or damage to the exterior (1) |
• | Damage to the transmission mounting bosses (2) |
• | Damage to the drain plug or drain plug hole (3) |
- Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces (1) |
• | Damage to the bolt holes (2) |
• | Damage to the oil suction tube mounting bosses (3) |
• | Damage to the oil pan scraper mounting bosses (4) |
- Inspect the oil pan scraper for damage.
- Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.
Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection AWD
Tools Required
J 28410 Gasket Remover
Cleaning Procedure
- Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using
J 28410
.
- Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
- Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
- Dry the oil pan and oil pan components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Dents or damage to the exterior (1) |
• | Damage to the drain plug or drain plug hole (2) |
• | Damage to the transaxle brace mounting bosses (3) |
• | Damage to the transaxle mounting bosses (4) |
- Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces (1) |
• | Damage to the oil pan scraper mounting holes (2) |
• | Damage to the bolt holes (3) |
- Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.