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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 28410 Gasket Remover

Cleaning Procedure

  1. Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using J 28410
  2. Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
  3. Clean out any debris from the bolt holes.
  4. Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Dry the oil pan and oil pan components with compressed air.

Inspection Procedure


    Object Number: 1960790  Size: SH
  1. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
  2. • Damage to the drain plug or drain plug hole (3).
    • Damage to the transmission mounting bosses (5).
    • Damage to the oil level/condition sensor bolt hole threads (2).
    • Damage to the oil level/condition sensor hole (4).
    • Dents or damage to the exterior (1).

    Object Number: 1960791  Size: SH
  3. Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:
  4. • Gouges or damage to the oil pan sealing surfaces (1).
    • Damage to the oil pan baffle mounting bosses (2).
    • Damage to the bolt holes (3).
    • Damage to the oil suction pipe mounting bosses (4).
    • Damage to the oil pan scraper mounting bosses (5).
  5. Inspect the oil pan scraper for damage.

  6. Object Number: 1960793  Size: SH
  7. Inspect the oil pan baffle (1) for damage.
  8. Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.