Oil Pan: Service and Repair

On some models it may be necessary to remove engine from vehicle to gain access to oil pan.
1. Raise and support vehicle, remove engine splash pan, if equipped, then drain crankcase.
2. Remove the oil pressure sender unit, if necessary, and on turbocharged models, disconnect oil drain hose and remove oil drain pipe.
3. Remove the oil pan bolts and oil pan.
4. Remove oil pump pickup if necessary.
5. Reverse procedure to install.