RWD

RWD





1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Lock the steering wheel in the center position.
3. Remove engine oil indicator.
4. Raise and support the vehicle.
5. Remove the splash shield.
6. Drain engine oil and remove the oil filter Service and Repair.
7. Remove the oil filter / oil cooler mounting stud and set oil cooler aside Engine Oil Cooler - Removal.
8. Separate the steering column coupler (1) from the steering gear (3).
9. Remove steering gear (3) to cradle mounting bolts and suspend steering gear aside.




10. Remove the flex plate access cover (1).




11. Remove the rear oil pan (2) to transmission (3) bolts (1).




12. Remove the two rear oil pan bolts (3).




13. Remove the remaining oil pan bolts and nuts.
14. Loosen the engine mount bolts at the cradle.
15. Raise and support the engine using a suitable floor jack with a block of wood at the transmission housing.
16. Remove the oil pan (1).

NOTE: A small amount of oil will remain in the oil pan. Use care when removing the oil pan from the engine.

17. Clean all mating surfaces.