Contents: Applying sealant to the V6 engine…⤓ Applying sealant to the oil pan…⤓ Removal ⤓ Installation ⤓
Applying sealant to the V6 engine oil pan
1. Apply next to the bolt hole; 2. To the belt; 3. Sealant; 4. Groove
Applying sealant to the oil pan surface of 4-cylinder engines
1. Sealant; 2. Groove; 3. bolt hole
Note: This procedure will require the engine to be raised, which requires a lift. Supporting the engine from below is prohibited. When hanging the engine, disconnect all wires and hoses, following the description of engine dismantling.
On the 24-valve 3.0 L engine and the 3.5 L engine the oil pan is 2-section. The lower part is made of aluminum alloy. The bolts of the upper section go into the transmission housing.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery from ground. Drain the oil and tighten the plug.
2. Unscrew the pan bolts, paying attention to their location.
3. Remove the pan by opening the seal with sealant using a special punch MB998727 and tapping on the corners with a rubber mallet. On a small number of vehicles, the pan is installed on a gasket.
4. Remove the oil receiver. Clean the separating surfaces of the pan, wash the oil receiver.
Installation
1. Install the tray in reverse order.
2. Replace the oil pan gasket and tighten the bolt to 18 N·m.
3. Apply sealant MZ 100168 (or equivalent) onto the plane of the pallet, following the illustration.
4. Tighten the oil pan bolts evenly to 7 Nm. (or in that order on V6 engines).