For 1990-2009 cars only
- Place a NEW oil pan gasket in place on the oil manifold plate.
- Position the oil pan onto the lower crankcase.
- The oil pan must be held flush to 0.50 mm (0.020 in) forward of the rear face of the engine block.
- Install the oil pan bolts in the sequence shown.
- Clean off any sealant that has protruded to the exterior of the engine.
- Install the oil drain plug.
- Rotate the engine so that the engine valley is facing upward.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
| 4.1. | First Pass |
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft) in the sequence shown.
| 4.2. | Final Pass |
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft) in the sequence shown.
Tighten
Tighten the oil drain plug to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
