Special Tools
EN 49485 Gasket Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools.
Cleaning Procedure
- Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using
EN 49485 remover
.
- Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
- Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
- Dry the oil pan and oil pan components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Damage to the drain plug hole threads (1) |
• | Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (2) |
• | Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (3) |
• | Damage to the transmission mounting bolt hole threads (4) |
• | Damage to the bracket bolt hole threads (5) |
- Inspect the exterior of the oil pan
for the following conditions:
• | Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (1) |
• | Damage to the engine mount brace bolt hole threads (2) |
• | Damage to the engine front cover bolt hole threads (3) |
• | Damage to the A/C compressor mounting bolt hole threads (4) |
• | Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (5) |
- Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
• | Damage to the oil pan baffle scraper bolt hole threads (1) |
• | Damage or gouges to the oil pan sealing surface (2) |
• | Damage to the oil suction tube mounting upper bracket bolt hole threads (3) |
• | Damage to the oil suction tube mounting lower bracket bolt hole threads (4) |
- Inspect the oil pan baffle scraper for damage.
- Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.