Oil Pan: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.

Remove the dual converter Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Remove the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTER MOTOR .
Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
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Remove the bolt and the inspection cover.

Fig 2: Removing Bolt & Inspection Cover
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Remove the oil pan-to-transmission mounting bolts.

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan-To-Transmission Mounting Bolts (1 Of 2)
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Fig 4: Identifying Oil Pan-To-Transmission Mounting Bolts (2 Of 2)
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Remove the bolts and the oil pan.

Fig 5: Removing Oil Pan Bolts & Oil Pan
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