Engine - Core Damage Due to Improper Removal of Oil Pan

Model Optima[MG], Rondo[UN]

Group Engine Mechanical System(12)

Number KT2008081301

Date Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Area N.America

Subject
Theta 2.4L Engine Core Damage - Optima (MG) and Rondo (UN) Vehicles With 2.4L Engines

- Descriptions

An increase in engine core damage during the removal of the oil pan from the ladder-frame assembly has been observed. Improper disassembly procedure and removal tools have damaged the lower sealing surface of the ladder-frame to oil pan. This scorching, gouging and sealing surface damage permanently damages the ladder-frame and can not be repaired. The ladder-frame is an integral part to the engine assembly and once damaged is usally irreparable increasing cost and lost labor time.

Below are examples of damage to the ladder-frame in various states.








The following procedures and correct tools must be applied in order to reduce and eliminate damage to the ladder-frame during oil pan removal.





Theta Engine Oil Pan Prying Points





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