Engine Oil Pan Removal

Engine Oil Pan Removal

Special Tools Required

- Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000015
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
- Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016
*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857.

1. Drain the engine oil Service and Repair.

2. If the engine is still in the vehicle, remove the front subframe.

1. Install the engine support hanger onto the vehicle.

2. Disconnect the stabilizer links Front Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation.

3. Disconnect the suspension knuckle ball joints Front Lower Arm Replacement.

4. Remove the rear engine mount mounting bolts.

5. Remove the front engine mount mounting bolt.

6. A/T model: Remove the ATF filter mounting bolt.

7. Make the appropriate reference lines at positions A and B that line up with the center of the subframe mounting bolts.

8. Attach the subframe adapter to the front subframe, then attach the jack to the subframe adapter.

9. Remove the front subframe mounting bolts, then lower the front subframe.

3. M/T model: Remove the clutch cover.






4. Remove the bolts/nuts securing the oil pan.

5. Drive an oil pan seal cutter between the oil pan and the engine block.






6. Cut the oil pan seal by striking the side of the cutter to slide the cutter along the oil pan.





7. Remove the oil pan.