Removal Procedure
- Drain the engine oil. Refer to
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
.
- Remove the front exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to
Exhaust Manifold Front Pipe Replacement
in Engine Exhaust.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the engine oil level sensor (1).
- Remove the engine oil level sensor (1) from the oil pan.
- Remove the oil pan bolts.
- Remove the oil pan and discard the gasket, if present.
- Clean and inspect the oil pan. Refer to
Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
in Engine Mechanical - 4.6 L Unit Repair.
Installation Procedure
- Reseal the oil pan. Refer to
Oil Pan Installation
.
Notice: Replacement components must be the correct part number for the application.
Components requiring the use of the thread locking compound, lubricants, corrosion
inhibitors, or sealants are identified in the service procedure. Some replacement
components may come with these coatings already applied. Do not use these
coatings on components unless specified. These coatings can affect the final
torque, which may affect the operation of the component. Use the correct torque
specification when installing components in order to avoid damage.
- Install the engine oil level sensor (1) into the oil pan.
Tighten
Tighten the engine oil level sensor to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector (2) to the engine oil level sensor (1).
- Install the front exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to
Exhaust Manifold Front Pipe Replacement
in Engine Exhaust.
- Fill the engine oil. Refer to
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
.
- Inspect for oil leaks after engine start up.