For 1990-2009 cars

#### Special Tools

J-28410 Gasket Remover

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

### Cleaning Procedure

1. Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using J-28410 remover .
2. Clean the oil pan and oil pan components in solvent.
3. Clean out debris from the bolt holes.

Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.

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

### Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:

• | Damage to the drain plug hole threads (1)

• | Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (2)

• | Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (3)

• | Damage to the transmission mounting bolt hole threads (4)

• | Damage to the bracket bolt hole threads (5).

2. Inspect the exterior of the oil pan for the following conditions:

• | Dents, cracks or damage to the exterior (1)

• | Damage to the engine mount brace bolt hole threads (2)

• | Damage to the engine front cover bolt hole threads (3)

• | Damage to the A/C compressor mounting bolt hole threads (4)

• | Damage to the oil pan mounting holes (5)

3. Inspect the interior of the oil pan for the following conditions:

• | Damage to the oil pan baffle scraper bolt hole threads (1)

• | Damage or gouges to the oil pan sealing surface (2)

• | Damage to the oil suction tube mounting upper bracket bolt hole threads (3)

• | Damage to the oil suction tube mounting lower bracket bolt hole threads (4)

4. Inspect the oil pan baffle scraper for damage.
5. Repair or replace the oil pan and/or oil pan components as necessary.