What can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?

I was trying to unscrew the oil pan plug in my car to change the oil. I ended up stripping the damn thing. How can I get it off?What can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?um u sure ur turning it the right direction?....its counter clockwise...or to the left.....



put to get it off use a air gun...or vise-grips...or take a dremel tool and cut a slot in it so u can use a flat head screw driver.....





but when u get it off ur gonna have to b careful u didnt strip the pan....



jsut for referens most GMs take 18 ft pounds of torque on the drain plugs

sum fords only 10....hondas around 18-22....and jsut for reference u can put up to 100 ft pound of torque with just a wrench....most ppl over tighten the drain plug wich is wat leads to it stripping in the first place...good luckWhat can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?drill a hole in the sump plug and use a stud extractor to remove it

or weld a nut of the same size onto the stripped nut and use a socket to remove it.



These methods produce heat, to avoid the fire risk remove the oil pan and clean it out first.



These plugs are extremely tight and a flat head screwdriver wont do it.What can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?channel locksWhat can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?Try a vice grip, they have gotten me out of alot of jams.What can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?Vise Grips (Genuine, not imitation) otherwise get a screw extractor set ( 4 or 5 piece, from a well known name brand) start small and carefully drill recommended hole, pound in screw extractor and remove plug, if necessary work your way up in drill/extractor size combos. Centerpunch it and drill straight! You may need a right-angle drill motor if you are not up high enough on jack stands. Do not drill through plug completely if at all possible! Good Luck, you can do it... and always remember %26quot;Lefty Loosey, Righty Tighty%26quot;.What can I do to get a stripped oil pan plug off?you mean the threads are stripped? if that,s what your saying then try to get the tip of a screwdriver under the head and try turning it with a wrench, it might catch thread. if it,s the head then use vice grips on it or a small pipe wrench.

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How much is an oil pan?

I took my car in to get an oil change to a different place which is walmart they dont do maintenance they just do oil changes and they said they couldnt pull my pan out the last people to do my oil change was storeys automotive which they have diagnosed my car wrong numerous times and oviously must of screwed up my oil pan or a bolt how much is an oil pan? How much would this cost any suggestions what could be wrong?How much is an oil pan?depends on the yr. and model; call around.How much is an oil pan?It shouldn't matter to you how much it cost, because the place that screwed it up should be paying for it! But do NOT let them fix it.

You need to document when/where it was screwed up.

Then you go to a GOOD mechanic (dealer) and have it fixed. Ya, you gotta pay for it at this point.

Make copies of all your reciepts and papers, file small claims court against the place that screwed it up.How much is an oil pan?Ah yes the idiots at Walmart......



I manage a repair facility. Walmart used to send me cars whenever they had a problem that was %26quot;too big%26quot; for them.



They probably couldn't get the drain plug out because their idiots.



If it is a plug problem, you might not have to replace the pan just have it tapped and put in a new plug. (Aluminum pans are a different story).How much is an oil pan?The usual way oil change places ruin oil pans is to cross-thread the drain bolt when they put it back in. Hondas have a second problem - the threads in the pan are soft and wear even when changes are done properly (30 ft-lbs torque on the bolt). If the bolt is tightened without a torque wrench or a %26quot;torque stick%26quot; it is not uncommon for the threads to strip.



You don't mention make, model, or year, but replacing the oil pan is $200-$300 in most cars. Sometimes an over-sized bolt with self-tapping threads will be available as an alternative.How much is an oil pan?Why are they trying to pull your oil pan for an oil change?? You mean they cant get the drain plug off? If so it was probably over tightened and then stripped in the process of trying to remove...not sure what your problem is with the info you provided. Oil pans are different prices for all cars. Depends on the manufactuer, also what its made of..call your local dealership or parts supplier.How much is an oil pan?save yourself some money by taking it to someplace where they know what they are doing and have them get the plug out and use a self tapping plug that will make its own threads.How much is an oil pan?It sound as if the last place stripped out the threads for the oil drain plug. Go to an auto parts supply store and buy an oil plug repair kit. You can install it yourself. The kit comes with directions. Never let a garage change your oil if the wrench they use to remove the drain plug is over 6 inches long. The threads are too easily stripped when larger wrenches are used.How much is an oil pan?There are several different pans out there.Edelbrock make them,but insist on chrome plating them,which makes them expensive.Cheaper one's are made by Dorman Industries.Traditional steel,easily available (for most cars) and,direct OEM fit.Call your local Carquest Auto Parts store,they can get them easily.Usually,they are well under $100.Many people use salvage yard ones,however,you are taking a chance on buying someone elses problem.

2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?

so from 1-10 (10 being the hardest) how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket leak on my camaro. i was told i had to lift the engine a few feet. ( so would i have to loosen the motor mounts or what?2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?my best advice is to make damn sure it's the oil pan gasket and not the intake manifold gasket or something else up top leaking and running down the ends of the block. I just read the service manual procedures and it looks like for both the 3.8L and the 5.7L you pretty much have to drop the engine cradle down to access the oil pan. Not to mention that they use RTV sealant on both sides of the new oil pan gasket so chances are you are going to get RTV all over everything. And if you have any oil anywhere the RTV goes, it won't seal and you'll be doing it all over again. So make sure it's the oil pan gasket leaking. On a scale of 1 to 10, I'd give this an 8.2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?Could be close to a 10. If you are lucky you can lift the engine maybe 12 inches or so. That would probably mean taking your exhaust loose and wires too in order not to break them. It would prefer just taking the engine out. That way you could do the job right the first time.2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?autozone.com has a online repair manual with step by step instructions and diagrams to help you... it should not be hard if you follow directions2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?Try to tighten each bolt uniformly slightly tighter. You could use a torque wrench. Then see how fast it still leaks. A slow leak may be acceptable.2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?It's an oil pan gasket, it ain't rocket science !2000 camaro oil pan gasket leak?take it to masterstone and stop trying to fix it your damn self! just a suggestion

I have an oil change question * details in details box*?

the oil pan bolt is on really tight, damn gm dealership, and i cant get it off, im 15 and it wont budge. anyone no how to losen it and im using the right tool but it still wont budgeI have an oil change question * details in details box*?Hate to say it but there are two ways that you can take this off. If it is that tight, it sounds like it might be cross threaded. The first way would be to getting a impact driver and use that to get it off. Another way is to use a longer handled socket or put a cheater pipe on the wrench. When you do get it off, take a look at the threads and see if there is any damage that would indicate that it was cross threaded. If it was, the pan will have to be re-threaded and will need a new drain bolt. If you find damage to the plug, take the plug to the dealership and ask to speak to a service manager and explain what happened and they should repair it for you. If you are having this much of a problem removing it now, might be a good idea to take it back now and ask them to loosen it for you. That way if it was put in wrong and the threads are messed up, it is already there and they can fix it.I have an oil change question * details in details box*?You need what my old daddy called a cheater bar. You need to get a pipe or something similar to put over the wrench that makes it longer and gives you more leverage. MAKE SURE you are turning the bolt counter clockwise or you can twist the bolt right off.I have an oil change question * details in details box*?Take a small hammer and tap it lightly counterclockwise until you see it move enough to loosen it by hand.I have an oil change question * details in details box*?Put down your purse and just loose the oil plug. Double wrench it if you have to or use a socket and a breaker bar. Also make sure you are turning it in the right direction, and your not tightening the oil plug more.I have an oil change question * details in details box*?If you can't get it with a metric box-end wrench, go with something safer, bigger and better. A shallow well 1/2 metric socket with a 12%26quot; ratchet or a 16%26quot; breaker bar. It will pop right loose. You are turning the pan bolt counter clockwise as you face the head of the bolt?



Never use an open end wrench on %26quot;tuff%26quot; stuff.

Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?

When i got my oil change done..the guy said my oil pan has a hole in it the size of a pin hole. i have an 07 Pontiac G6. Im not even going to bother to bring it all the way to my dealer bc I know theyll try to blame me on doing it although I have hit NOTHING, i think it was done when my car had to get towed, the first week i bought it.









How much is it going to cost to replace the oil pan?? for i am a grad student and hoping it is not expensive.











thanks in advance :o)Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?I would say about $500. And also, don't be a line jumper. Cost of Replacing an oil Pan? Well that's not a cheap job at all it be about I bet 250 to 350 bucks at least.I'd be getting a dealership to look at it when possible bec it could be a factory mistake or faulty oil pan etc.

Was there any marks or dents or scrapes by the pin hole at all? If not it's likely its a factory fault and it's always had the pin hole but no one has noticed it.



Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way if one dealership doesn't want to warranty repair and there is no obvious scrapes or dents etc call the head office up and complain or try different dealerships etc.Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?its going to cost you around 4-500 bucks to get that one replaced,and that's having it done through a local shop,id see about getting one through a dealer and then price out the labor through a local repair shop,good luck.Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?You might want to have a seat before you get the answer to your question. It will be in the 3 to 4 hundred range.This is a low guess,due to it being a newer G6.

You may find some one like me,That can repair it on the car. Need to know how to clean the boo boo very good.

I have done this many times,the pan is low.Made of soft aluminum. The up front position is going to be damaged.

Drain the oil and wait a day, then clean Patch with J-B WELD KWIK. Wait another day an your ready to replace the oil. If it leaks , You repeat until you cleaned it well enough for the weld to bond,which is the tricky part.

Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?how do you know its not a factory defect? most cars have metal or plastic oil pans and both could be repaired fairly easy if the hole is a pin hole size as you say. the metal pan could have a braze weld done and the plastic type could be treated with plastic weld both under 100 bucks the pan doesnt need replaced just repaired.Cost of Replacing an oil Pan?bbmak024,



You can buy an OEM oil pan from rockauto ranging $16.50 - $53 for an acdelco brand. Labor on the book is only 1.1 hours times the prevailing labor rate in your market so you should end up spending from $80 to $150 total + oil change. Or you can find a local home mechanic on craigslist, ask and call 2-3 of his references and pay him/her $25-40 for labor. It's a very easy job.



If you've changed the oil youself before, then you have enough skill to tackle this job on your own. There are 14 bolts to remove after you've drain the oil. Pry gently with a butter knife or wide flathead screwdriver to remove the old pan. Apply a light bead of gasket sealer to new pan and tighten the bolts by hand the first 2 complete turns before using a wrench. Just tighten evenly in opposing order then clockwise. Don't over tighten(25 ft lbs) , you don't want to strip the block. Complete the oil change.

How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?

I was trying to change my oil this was my first time changing my oil since i bought a new motor for my car and it was hard to turn the bolt but i finally moved but i keep unscrewing it and saw that i was getting nowhere i was wondering how would i be able to remove the bolt out of the oil pan so i can continue changing my oil?How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?One thing to try is clamping a large set of Vice Grips on the head of the drain plug and pull out while turning. Another is if there is room between the head of the drain plug, put as large a screwdriver that will fit between the plug and oil pan and apply pressure to the drain plug as you turn. Slow, but it does work most times.How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?on this small engine car the plug had been screwed on too tight and the monkey grips started to do the same thing. the leverage needed for this is not available and these stock rams used for the time. The first attempt for this car was the toothed cresent wrentch which started t strip the bolt

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How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?sounds like you stripped the threads of the oil pan.



is it just spinning now?



i would replace the oil pan for a permanrnt fix.



drilling it out will be difficult since it is turning.How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?Vice-grips. Maybe you should have someone help you the first time.How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?If the threads are stripped, you could try to grab it with needle-nosed pliers or a vise grip.



If that's not doable, you can get a bolt remover kit or a Gator Grip.How to remove a stripped oil pan bolt?RiV has the right idea..... but once you get the drain plug out, inspect the threads on the oil pan. If they are damaged, you can get a drain plug repair kit at your local auto parts store. It's an oversize plug that cuts new threads when you install it. Be careful not to cross-thread the plug.

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2001 Camry -- How to tell if the oil pan threads or drain plug threads are stripped?

I did an oil change yesterday and accidentally stripped the oil pan or drain plug thread. It just kept turning and turning. I don't know which is actually stripped though. I have been reading of some plugs that strip instead of the oil pan... how do I tell if this is the case. I am worried that I will have to drop big buck on a new pan and hope this isn't the case. I know there are self-tapping plugs, too, but a lot of people claim they do not hold up well.2001 Camry -- How to tell if the oil pan threads or drain plug threads are stripped?I believe you probably only stripped the plug not the pan, reason i think this is, on newer vehicles oil pans are made with a different material than the drain plugs. They are made with a stronger metal and the drain plug is typically an alluminum type alloy. This helps prevent you from having to replace a whole drain pan. You have a new enough model that Im 99% sure that you just need a new plug.2001 Camry -- How to tell if the oil pan threads or drain plug threads are stripped?checke seans answer its the rite one2001 Camry -- How to tell if the oil pan threads or drain plug threads are stripped?Umm.. just take a look at the plug. Is it stripped? Replace it if it is.2001 Camry -- How to tell if the oil pan threads or drain plug threads are stripped?Remove the plug and look at it. If it appears damaged, go to your local Toyota parts department with it and ask for a replacement.

How easy is it to Change an Oil Pump in a 80's 300zx turbo (z31)?

Ya, I figure my oil pump died... I have no lift or anything all I have is jacks, and what I was wondering is how hard is it to change the oil pump (ie take the oil pan and all the rigging underneath the car that is in the way) while only having the car up on jack stands (in the winter :( Or is it one of those jobs where taking the engine out is a more viable option?How easy is it to Change an Oil Pump in a 80's 300zx turbo (z31)?Depends on your mechanical ability, how much engine work have you done? If you can clearly remove the oil pan it shouldn't be to difficult. I would not pull the engine if you can avoid it. If you want to tackle it and your engine mileage is fairly low; by Nissan Standards less than 200K. I would get a Haynes or Chilton Manuel at the library if possible and check the procedures. You might be able to remove the lower cross-member and use a transmission jack to keep the engine in place while you drop the pan and remove the oil pump.



If you have a high mileage engine, you might be better off buying a crate motor. Japanese low-mileage crate motors are fairly cheap if you pay the freight from Japan. Try an internet to see what I mean.



Good Luck!

How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?

I just went to my friendly local quicky oil change shop for a oil change today. I was told I can't get a oil change because apparently the oil drain pan was rusted out and the sludge from old oil help keep it seal. I was also told that the replacement for the oil drain pan would cost about $1,000. I love my old crappy car but I don't love it enough to save it with $1,000.



So the only reasonable course to take was to drive it to the ground.



I have few questions though.

1. Is it safe to not change oil(will the car blow up?)

2. How long would my car last without changing oil ( I last changed about 9 months/3,000 miles ago)?

3. are there any alternates to not changing oil/repair?



Thanks for any helps!



p.s. for those curious I drove 95 Ford Aerostar.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?The most universal answer to your question about how long a car will last is %26quot;it depends%26quot;. Oil change intervals in the U.S. have been categorized by how the vehicle is used (e.g. all highway miles down to a service vehicle in stop-and-go traffic) Engines need oil with good lubricant characteristics to keep moving parts operating and to protect them from getting damaged. WIthout good oil film in all the right places, the result will be internal temperature buildup in the engine and metal-to-metal wear on items like crankshaft bearings, valve stems, etc. I've seen some new engines that look like the oil has never been changed seize after 8-12,000 miles. On an older engine, it's tough to say as it depends on the condition of the internal engine components, driving conditions, etc. Changing oil on a regular basis IS the answer on how to avoid engine seizure. Once the engine stops, you aren't talking engine repair - you're talking engine replacement. And I wouldn't expect an engine to seize at the most convenient location when you happen to be driving the vehicle.



You may wish to have someone else look at the condition of the oil pan. Quicky change oil places are good for routine stuff, but I wouldn't expect to get a highly qualified estimate from one of these places. If your pan is rusty, it's rusty - can avoid that. However, given that you successfully had the oil changed 9 months ago, my question is if the oil change shop you went to just didn't want to open up the job for liability reasons. Go get another few opinions on what you really have. Replacing an oil pan might not be cheap if something else is in the way under the vehicle and you can't easily get the pan off. Go get a few more opinions and ask lots of questions like specifically what would have to happen IF the oil pan were to be replaced. Ask to look under the vehicle with the mechanic so that you visually understand the problem and what options exist.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?First of all is that new oil pan they quoted you made of gold? A new oil pan shouldn't cost more than a couple hundred dollars at the most.



Second not changing your oil is going to lead to engine failure. Most likely the engine will eventually either seize, or throw a rod.



Third there are alternatives to changing oil without removing the oil drain plug. Go to an autoparts store and purchase a vampire pump. Its a suction gun with a hose on it that will fit into the oil check hole where the dipstick is and stuck the oil out through the hole.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?that is total BS. you can get the plug out...they are ramming you hard. Take it to another garage...they may need to change the oil drain plug...bout $5 for that...but it can be changed. my uncle and I own a garage and we'd never do that. might destroy the drain plug but it can be replaced. and to change the pan for $1000? that's absurd...maybe $200 if the pan is damaged but not anything like you are describing.



Get a second opinion man.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?Get a second opinion on that price (can they find you a used pan) from the junk yard. Or what about online. As long as you keep the oil level good it would do okay. Also, check on http://www.edmunds.com and post your question there for some expert mechanic input.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?1. no it is not safe for your car

2. your car will last, but at reduced efficiency. oil keeps the engine lubricated and assists with cooling.

3. there is no alternative to regular maintenance



And yes, replacing an oil pan will be pretty expensive (labor) as it's located under the crankshaft of the engine block on many cars.How long will your car last WITHOUT oil change?Everyone else gave good answers, so I just want to add my 2 cents...Advanceautoparts.com has an oil pan for your van for $60 if you have the 3.0 V6

How to change a oil pan on a 97 cutlas supreme?

Remove old one, put new one on using new gasket materials and tighten bolts to snug. Don't over tighten, those little bolts break!How to change a oil pan on a 97 cutlas supreme?Being a W-body car, you have a full engine cradle. Being a 97 you have squarish aluminum oil pan, right? These can be a tight fit, and unless you have equipment and means to lift the engine a bit, then you might wanna let a shop do this...

I have a 95 buick century 3.1 how difficult is it to change the oil pan gasket ?

Fortunately for you it's one of the easiest oil pans out there to remove and install.

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1984 Toyota PIckup - how to remove tie rods to get to oil pan?

I have a 1984 toyota pick up and we are trying to change the oil pan gasket but we are having trouble getting the tie rods of to get to it. I read somewhere that you need a tie-rod-end puller or a two-jaw unit. What is this used for? Never messed with tie rods before so I want to make sure I dont mess the truck up but I NEED to change that gasket. Let me know if you can give me some advise I can even take pictures if you would like. Thanks!1984 Toyota PIckup - how to remove tie rods to get to oil pan?The first thing you need to do is stop by your local auto parts store and pic up the repair manual for your toyota.



Then, read up on the repair. Buy, borrow or rent the tools you need to remove the oil pan and get to work.1984 Toyota PIckup - how to remove tie rods to get to oil pan?%26quot;If you've never it before or seen it done get it to a shop or see if you know some one that has had pulled and replaced tie-rods before!%26quot; after you get this done you're going to have to have the alignment checked.1984 Toyota PIckup - how to remove tie rods to get to oil pan?Here is a link to a manual for an 85 (same as 84 for that stuff). right click and save it, hope you aren't on dialup! LOL

http://www.functionalfab.com/resources/t



I have a local parts store that rents the tools for the tie rods. You leave a deposit and then get every penny back when you are done. The even told me that if I break the tool thats no problem. Don't get the pickle fork, that might damage the tie rod ends, make sure it's the puller that you have to tighten down to pop them off.



The best stuff I've used for that oil pan is the Toyota FIPG gasket maker. It's a tube of RTV type stuff and works great at sealing up that oil pan. They sell it at the dealer for like $5.

How do i raise the motor to change the oil pan gasket on a 98 buick regal?

as far as I know, you don't have to lift the engine, just drop the pan from underneath. Now, if you DO have to lift the engine, there are a few ways to do it but they are fairly involved. your best bet is to take it to a mechanic and have them do it.

I have a 95 century is their anyone who can tell me how to change the oil pan gasket ?

%26amp; not that its one of the easiest to change without explaining how easy it is to change i have on that needs to be changed %26amp; need to know how %26amp; what it involves in changing one I have a 95 century is their anyone who can tell me how to change the oil pan gasket ?See this link from Auto zone





http://www.autozone.com/shopping/repairG

How to replace a oil pan gasket on a 1997 pontiac firebird?

I need to know how to change the oil pan gasket on my car?How to replace a oil pan gasket on a 1997 pontiac firebird?drain the oil out, loosen the bolts around the outer edge of the oil pan, take the oil pan off, scrape the old gasket off with a puddy knife and off the engine block if necessary and finally put some liquid gasket(not alot) around the edge of the oil pan then put the gasket on top of the pan and bolt it back up. look on some firebird forums online for more details.How to replace a oil pan gasket on a 1997 pontiac firebird?I'm pretty sure that you'll need to get the motor out of the car to do this on that year firebird. I don't think you can do it in the car.

How much oil is needed for an oil change on my 1998 Buick LeSabre?

I just changed the oil on my 1998 Buick LeSabre with my college age daughter. We were told it takes 5 quarts by the guy at the autoparts store but after draining the oil pan and changing the filter and then filling the crankcase with 5 qts, the dipstick shows about 1/2 inch above %26quot;fill%26quot; even though I ran the engine a little to distribute the oil throughout the engine. The owners manual does not say how much oil to put in. I hope we put the right amount in.How much oil is needed for an oil change on my 1998 Buick LeSabre?If you have a 3.8 liter - 232 cubic inch engine your motor is supposed to have 4.8 quarts of oil *if you use an AC-Delco PF 47 short oil filter.



I have found on this motor that you can use five full quarts *if you use an AC-Delco PF 52 which is a longer higher capacity oil filter.



Wally World sells both of thes filters for $3.00 and change.How much oil is needed for an oil change on my 1998 Buick LeSabre?it takes the same amount as my 1988 oldsmobile 3800 engine. it takes 4 1/2 quarts with a new filter. they have a small oil pan on those.How much oil is needed for an oil change on my 1998 Buick LeSabre?well remove oil filter drain out some



what one does is add four crank look for leaks then turnoff recheck level then add last or top off some car do that half a quart not hard to remove oil filter and let some out it wil not drain al lthe oil just whats in filter and can put it back on no big deal then you now know it takes 4 and a 1/2 to fil it but next oil change any car you do add four then crank check for leaks turn off and recheck level add more then if it needsHow much oil is needed for an oil change on my 1998 Buick LeSabre?go back to the auto parts store where you bought the oil and find the guy you told you to but in five quarts of oil bend him over and kick him as hard as you can,it only takes 4 quarts of oil.just about all cars take 4 quarts unless it has a big block in it then it takes 5 quarts,and the only cars now a days that have big block or trucks

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How long does it take to replace an oil pan on a VW Jetta?

I have to have my oil pan replaced b/c the last Valvoline that changed my oil put the wrong size drain plug in and stripped the pan's threads. Can anyone tell me how much a replacement oil pan should cost for a 2002 VW Jetta, V4, and how long it would take to install? I'm trying to make sure the shop that has my car now does not try to rip me off!!!!How long does it take to replace an oil pan on a VW Jetta?should nt that long maybe a day or two and why not try a self threading plugHow long does it take to replace an oil pan on a VW Jetta?Cost depends on the garage.

I would make the same garage pay for the stripped threads.

They have to drain the oil of course and then put on the pan and put the oil back in. It is not supposed to take that long.

How do I change the Valve/Oil pan Gaskets on Honda Prelude?

I have done this before on a Jeep, and wonder if there is anything to watch out for, or any tricks involved in changing the valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket.

Thanks

btw it is an 98 Honda PreludeHow do I change the Valve/Oil pan Gaskets on Honda Prelude?take a picture of the oil pan and valve covers b-4 removing any bolts(cell phone camera is handy here)making notes (mental or written)of bolt sizes ,lengths etc.place them in separate boxes .clean the mating surfaces of old gasket, dirt etc. glue the new gaskets to their respective parts(hi-temp RTV works ok or permatex) replace the parts and DO NOT overtighten the bolts, run them up %26quot;snug%26quot; or finger tight then working from the middle outwards torque them down according to mfg specs 1/8th of a turn at a time for each bolt in 'criss-cross fashion until all are tight usually 2-3 rounds of sequence tightening is plenty. overtightening causes the metal to 'dimple' around the bolt hole creating leaksHow do I change the Valve/Oil pan Gaskets on Honda Prelude?just open it.

How do u change a oil pan on a 98 oldsmobile achieva?

took of all bults i can see but still not coming off whats the step bye step i have to doHow do u change a oil pan on a 98 oldsmobile achieva?It is not at all unsual for the pan to still be stuck on as over time the gasket becomes frozen in place. There are a couple of tricks to freeing it.



You can put a piece of 2X4 along the side of it to spread out the tension and then bang on the 2X4 with a large mallet (focusing your blows adjacent to to the bottom corners of the oil pan to maximize leverage against the seal) and this will often break the seal.



You can also use a sharp thin blade (putty knife, or regular knife) and try to work along the seam where the gasket is and pry it loose gradually breaking the seal.



Now a couple of cautions here. Don't use a large chisel or anything like that, as you may gouge the sealing surface or distort the oil pan, and not be able to get a good seal thereafter.



As far as the mallet and 2X4 approach goes, don't hit is so hard that it bends the oil pan, and don't use long hard blows that might drive the pan sideways once you free it. Remember, inside the oil pan there is an oil-pickup tube which is essentially the siphon hose that allows the oil pump to suck oil out of the pan. It tends to be metal and fairly fragile, and you do not want to bend it as it will thereafter impede the oil pump's ability to scavenge oil from the pan.How do u change a oil pan on a 98 oldsmobile achieva?you say change this oil pan to the service manager...duh!,

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How hard is it to change an oil level sensor in a BMW 325i?

I was told it sits next to the drain plug. can i get to it and change it externally? or dose the oil pan have to be removed.How hard is it to change an oil level sensor in a BMW 325i?Anybody with half a brain and maybe one hand can do this job.

First you have to drain the oil through the oil drain plug. The oil pan does not have to be removed.

Then remove the plastic lower engine cover to expose the oil level sensor.

Unplug the connector and remove the 3 small nuts, then pull down and out the sensor.

Replace all items in reverse order and refill with oil (old or new w/filter).How hard is it to change an oil level sensor in a BMW 325i?Really hard! Oil level sensors are already hard to change, and BMW work is super hard cuz the car is German.

Oil pan change?

how haard is it to change a oil pan gasket on a 99 mustang cobraOil pan change?Labor book call for 8 Hr..That is for professional mechanic with good tools and lift.Now if you're not all of the above,think about that.Good luck.Oil pan change?It`s fairly easy once you have the motor out of the car, or drop the sub frame. Spend $20 on a chiltons manual and be ready for a day or two`s work

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How much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?

I recently took the car in for an oil change and they said it had a leak in the oil pan. About how much will it cost me to have them fix it?How much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?You should know if you have a leak or not, if you car leaves oil spots all over the place, then it has a leak.



I would anticipate a 10 year old car to leak a little, if you only add one quart between oil changes, then it probably isn't enough to worry about unless you can't stand the mess on the driveway.



The important part is to check the oil regularly so you know how much it is using and leaking.



If you are really interested in how much the cost is to repair, you can look up online or phone local autopart stores for the cost of the gasket, then go down to the library and look up the labor time in a reference book for Mechanics. (Sorry I can't think of the name of that reference book right now but either a mechanic or a reference librarian will be able to tell you what it is). Anyway, if the labor book says 2.5 hours, then multiply by your favorite shops labor cost (probably about $60-$75 an hour) and you have done basically what a shop does to give you a quote. If that is too much work to look it up all yourself, call 2-3 shops in your local area and ask for a quote.How much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?sounds like a oil pan gasket leak, fix it yourself would just include draining the oil,take the bolts out of the oil pan attaching to the bottom of the engine and putting new oil pan gasket around the top of the oil pan.always get some silicone to put on the already preformed oil pan gasket for extra security.could also be the drain plug or (bolt )for the oil pan.if so,buy new one. very cheap or mechanic will charge for time and laborHow much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?Well since the engine and trans have to be loosened and lifted about 6%26quot; to clear everything.

And that takes about 3 hours out

3 hours in



Plus parts and time for the repair



At 50.00 per hour about :

300.00+How much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?Sometimes they seep a little. If there are no oil spots underneath and the car does not use oil, no big worry. $150.How much will it cost me to get an oil pan leak fixed on a 97 geo prizm?Asking that kind of question in this forum is sencless... call around to shops in your area and ask.

I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?

I brought the vehicle to another place and they stated that before they could perform the oil they noticed that the oil pan was stripped. Who do I believe or trust the former or the latter.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?Oil pan bolts and threads wear out over time, so do lugnuts and studs. These items are removed and replaced constantly over the life of the vehicle, a replacement is not uncommon, neither is worn oil pan threads.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?Go to the Bureau of Automotive repair in your area and if you can get through, tell them of your problem and they will make sure it nevers happens again. If the dealer is guilty, they will be fined and possibly shut down for good for fleecing their clients and outright fraud.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?Does it matter? How old is the vehicle? Are you still within the 3/36,000 mile (60,000 kms.) warranty period? If so, this would be covered under warranty. If not, you'll just have to get it fixed.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?you cant prove it. but you can go to the part`s store %26amp; get a little biggeer plug. tell them what happin. theyll give you the new bigger plug. it happins all the time. that`s what i did.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?I was a parts purchaser for a few years, and noticed on a lot of oil changes we installed oversize bolts. They come in several sizes, so it is a common problem. I really never knew who's fault it was. Normal wear, or over torquing. The plugs aren't that expensive though!I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?i own a repair shop,and it may be hard to do,you,ll have to prove they were the only ones who has ever changed the oil on it,and then you,ll have to prove they actually did it,and didn't repair it,and all this is hard to do,you ,can get a repair plug to put in it that will make new threads,and repair the problem,but if you go after the shop ,,have all your facts together,,good luck,i hope this help,s.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?I find it hard to believe that the stripped oil plug stayed in and didn't leak?? Sounds like the latter of the two got righty tighty lefty loosie mixed up in my opinion. How do you prove it?? Probably cant just have to get it fixed. Hope this helpsI believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?Take it back next time you need an oil change to the same dealer, and if they say anything about it being stripped, act dumb and tell them that their dealership is the only place your vehicle has been serviced at.

Insist that the last mechanic stripped it and if they want to charge you for additional repairs...just start talking about the Better Business Bureau %26amp; Chamber of Commerce. Their attitude will change.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?A stripped bolt would have been leaking. Chances are it has just gradually worn, and proving somebody stripped it, if it didn't fall out or leak copious quantities of oil will be pretty difficult. A replacement self-tapping bolt of the next size is very inexpensive, cheaper than your time to run around trying to blame someone, and the fix will last as long as your car. I had to put one in an older car, it was cheap, and lasted as long as I had the car.I believe a car dealership stripped my oil pan or plug during a oil change. How can I prove the it?I put fumoto valves on my cars, since I do my own oil changes, and they never have to be taken off.



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How hard is it to change a oil pan + oil pump on a 93 f150?

sometimes you can get it off without doing much ... but if you have to you might have to jack th e motor up some remove a motor mounts the pan has like 20 screws the oil pump has a couple not really that bad on any truck and the ford would be one of the good one to be trying it on have fun you can do itHow hard is it to change a oil pan + oil pump on a 93 f150?very easy just make sure you have a new oil pan gasket to replace the old one with and scrape off the old one really well

How to change an oil pan gasket?

Empty oil from drain plug

May as well change your oil filter since you will have to refill the oil

Loosen bolts on oil pan

Take pan out, may need to pry a bit if it sticks.

Take a scraper and remove all of the old gasket and sealer from the pan and block

May as well clean out the oil pan if it is gunky, use gas to rinse, not water. Dry it out.

Put new sealer on pan careful to not plug up bolt holes

Lay gasket over that

Bolt up to block, use torque specs. ask parts store for those. Tighten in a varrying pattern like lug nuts, not clockwise or you will tighten uneven and squeeze gasket wrong which can lead to a leak.

Refill car with oil.

The end.How to change an oil pan gasket?depends on what vehicle.

How much does it cost to change an oil pan on a 90 ford bronco full size.i heard the engine has to be lifted.?

It shouldn't be that much, I believe at max 2 hours labor.



The engine does need to be lifted, but can be done with a floor jack or with an engine hoist. The engine DOES NOT need to come out of the engine compartment though.



Instructions on how to do it can be found here if you want to do it yourself.



http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBrokerHow much does it cost to change an oil pan on a 90 ford bronco full size.i heard the engine has to be lifted.?yes it does and the price depends on the labor charge in your area but 300 is a ballpark figureHow much does it cost to change an oil pan on a 90 ford bronco full size.i heard the engine has to be lifted.?You can reseach auto manuals in the library. Some don't let you check them out, but they have photo coping machines.

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How do you change the oil pan on a 2003 monte carlo ss?

Do i need to raise the motor or can it just be pulled?How do you change the oil pan on a 2003 monte carlo ss?gotta raise the engine to change that pan. Make sure you remove the oil sensor before you drop that pan. You will break it for sure if you don't. Book time on that job is like 5.5 hours. Its a pretty good sized job. Best done with an engine support or a picker. Just a jack will make you crazy.

Is it an easy repair to change the lower oil pan on a 96 bmw 7 series? How long does it take to do?

From my experience working on German cars, this should be pretty easy to do. I put a pan on a VW Jetta and it took all of 10 minutes once the oil was drained out. German cars are very well thought out and the maintenance is normally very simple to complete. If you've ever done any work on cars before it shouldn't be hard.Is it an easy repair to change the lower oil pan on a 96 bmw 7 series? How long does it take to do?It depends. If you have a fairly well equipped shop, and at least average knowledge about things automotive, it's easy enough. As to how long, how fast are you?

Should I change the oil pan on my Volvo 850t myself or take it in?

I checked the oil in my Volvo this morning and found that it was packed with sludge, almost like there was dirt in it, we just bought a few months back. My question is how difficult is it to pop the pan to clean it out.? Should I try and do it at home and save some pennies or take it in, if I were to take it in how much would I be looking at to get it fixed???Should I change the oil pan on my Volvo 850t myself or take it in?if you have the tools and the floor jacks needed to jack up the engine do it yourself.Should I change the oil pan on my Volvo 850t myself or take it in?What is the car worth?



If the car is really cheap (like few grands) then try it yourself. Otherwise take it to the dealer and get it completely cleaned out. Sludge will KILL you car.



But ask the dealer how they will clean it. Some will do a very skimpy job. Other will completely take the engine apart (good).

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Don't just use engine FLUSH. That is actually WORSE now because you can dislodge sludge and make it move around - and possibly block oil flow elsewhere.



Good Luck...Should I change the oil pan on my Volvo 850t myself or take it in?well first you should jack the thing up and look and see if it can be done easy or not ... some cars is no problem but then some you have to jack up the motor.....doesnt hurt to look and see if you can remove it first... most cases i say nope not a easy thing.. and you say a few months ago man a oil change and a tuneup would or should have been done right atfer you got it.. and really you should have seen it when you check the car before you got it.. man if i go to buy a car and i check the oil and its low i leave if its dirty i leave show me they didnt care for their car.. jack it up carwl under it have a look and see if you can do it.... first then if you have a problem getting it out then put the screws back in fill it with oil and try again later with a shop.. dont hurt to tryShould I change the oil pan on my Volvo 850t myself or take it in?It could be a real pain to do yourself, but of course it can be done. Some motors require you to remove a cross member in order to remove the oil pan. You need to jack it up and explore the situation. If you take it to a shop, it could get expensive. I would try to do it myself first.

On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?

its a91 jeep cheroken laredoi have the tools and a little bit of experience with cars well aviously not alot if im asking people over the internet but o well On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?

If you go to a good local library you should be able to look up

this procedure in a chilton or Haynes repair book they might have

on the shelf. You can even photocopy the page if it helps you.

There are a few surprises that may come your way.



By the way, while you are at it. How is the rear main seal ?

If it's possible to do with the oil pan down on that particular motor,

now would be the time to consider it.



Good Luck to you.On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?its really easy, like a 2(if that). all you really do is drop the pan, scrape off the old gasket, and place the pan back on. really simpleOn a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?its not that hard.



if someone perviously used a paper gasket on your car then it should be pretty straight forward. if they used silicon sealer too, it would be harder to remove that while supine under the car.On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?i rate it about at 3.5 some replacement gaskets come with plastic screw in studs that will temporarily hold the gasket in place while you position the pan back to the engine good luck. don't over tighten the bolts.On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to change an oil pan gasket?It all depends how accessible the bolts are sometimes they can be a bit difficult to get at- but its not hard 3 to 4 I would say - make sure everything is spot less - I will carefully clean the service with turps(lint free cloth) and apply a bead of silicone to both metal services before offering the sump up with new gasket- do not over tighten the bolts or you will compress the new gasket too much and tighten the bolts evenly like you would replacing a wheel- do it stages first finger tighten them with a socket and extension bar untill you feel a bit of resistance then nip them with tauqe wrench to the requierd taque!

What is the quickest way to change the oil pan gaskets in a 1995 cadillac sts?

the car is leaking oil - quite a bit and it costs $1700 to fix it how do I do this myself.What is the quickest way to change the oil pan gaskets in a 1995 cadillac sts?These are the best answer links I know.

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http://www.carcarecouncil.org/index.shtm - basic car careWhat is the quickest way to change the oil pan gaskets in a 1995 cadillac sts?There are a LOT of wires and a LOT of hoses going to that engine which makes it a major pain in the ***. So work it this way:



You know you need to pull the engine because you know you need to pull the pan to replace the gasket and you can't pull the pan with the subframe in the way.



So here's the trick: Use a cherry picker, rent, or borrow one if you don't have one. You can find them cheap and sell them for the same price you bought one for. Hook it up and support the engine using the cherry picker. Now get up under your car and unbolt the motor mounts to the subframe, take out the subframe, it's the frame your engine is setting on, it comes right out with a few bolts. Now drain the oil, remove the pan, scrape the old gasket off precisely, place the new gasket on the pan, put the pan back on, bolt the subframe back in, bolt the engine back to the subframe, disconnect the cherry picker.



When it's all said and done, you spent 1 evening at the most and less than $30. Add the price of the cherry picker and maybe more like $130 but as I said, you can sell it later, or take it back and say it didn't work LOL



The beauty of this is you didn't really disconnect ANY of the wires or hoses to the engine. That takes forever to put those back on.



You can do it, just dig in.

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How hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?

http://www.automotiveforums.com/How hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?remove the starter and fight around the back of the motor and its all rightHow hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?im asuming there isnt a cross member holding it in place..just unbolt it and change it out..if theres a cross member you have to remove it firstHow hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?make sure the surface that's coming into contact with the gasket is completely smooth!How hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?It's quite easy as long as it's not a %26quot;W%26quot; body, it should'nt be.How hard is it to change oil pan on a 89 chevy 2.8 multi port fuel injection motor.?12 hours if you have to do it by hand.

How do you change the oil pan in a '72 Nova?

I have the motor mounts loosened, the pan is disconnected but lacks about 2 inches roughly to clear the cross-member and fly-wheel. Local mechanics here wanted $320.00 to do this job and that just seems horribly unrealistic. Are there an reasonable ideas you guys might have? I really dont want to rip the motor out of this car to perform this simple task, nor am I looking to dismount the Transmission. Thanks guysHow do you change the oil pan in a '72 Nova?Unbolt the motor mounts, Jack up the engine a couple of inches or until it hits the firewall (be careful not to damage the distributor) and wedge some wooden blocks between the motor mounts and the frame....enough to give you clearance to remove the pan. Make sure nothing else is in the way of or preventing jacking up the engine like radiator fan shrouding or any cables,hoses, linkages that might be affected.

A Chilton or Haynes shop manual from a parts store or local library will help explain what is needed to do the job and pays for itself with a couple of repairs.How do you change the oil pan in a '72 Nova?Do what Paul is suggesting.How do you change the oil pan in a '72 Nova?I'm assuming a small block V8?



Disconnect the battery ground cable.



Remove the distributor cap.



Remove the radiator upper mounting panel.



Remove the fan.



Drain the engine oil.



Disconnect the exhaust or crossover pipes.



Remove the converter housing underpan and splash shield.



Disconnect the steering idler lever at the frame. Swing the linkage down.



Rotate the crankshaft until the timing mark on the torsional damper is at the six o'clock position.



Remove the starter.



Remove the front engine mount thru-bolts.



Raise the engine and insert blocks under the engine mounts. Block thickness should be 2 in.



Remove the oil pan.



Installation is the reverse of the above.How do you change the oil pan in a '72 Nova?Paul is right.Just jack it up by the harmonic balancer pulley(that is the big pulley at the bottom where all the belts go)and get more clearance.

How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?

I have a 90 astro van with a 4.3L TBI HP V6 engine in it and it needs a new oil pan gasket. Ive never done it before and i wanted to know if anyone could give me a time estimation about how long it takes, or anything i should be aware of when I do this.How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?the most time consuming part is unscrewing the 20 or so screws out and then screwing them back in. Use a little silicone around the gasket for a little added insurance. If you have a pneumatic drill you could have it done in 10-15 mins. but dont forget to torque it down right...How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?It takes about 15 min.but only if you know how to do it.If you don't it might take you an hour or more.How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?How handy are you?? Without a hoist and the proper tools this could be a job you should farm out to a repair shop......it is not a very difficult job but tedious.....also expect to get very dirty from doing this job yourself......also I recommend replacing the gasket with a felpro gasket...the best in the business...will never leak again.How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?If it's your first don't worry about time take your time and do it right so your not re-doing it again... hands on experience is the best as long as you take your time and pay attention Good LuckHow long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?If it's your first time I'd say an hour or so.How long does it take to change and oil pan gasket?20 min. if you know what you are doing

How expensive, or hard is it to change the oil pan on a 2003 VW Passat?

Also, will my extended warranty cover it? When I bought it the dealer said something about his friend blah blah blah, same problem but her engine blew, if she had the warranty she would have been protected. My friend borrowed my car so she could screw around on her bf, and when I got it back it was screwed up. She busted the oil pan.How expensive, or hard is it to change the oil pan on a 2003 VW Passat?the pan will be $75-$100, one hour of labor at most shops.



so, probably about $200 out the door. its a bolt on but it can be tricky since youd have to drain the oil, get messy, etc...How expensive, or hard is it to change the oil pan on a 2003 VW Passat?It is not a very hard process. It should just be a few bolts and tubes and then lift it out. I am not positive on the cost of a new one however, but I would imagine it would be less than 50 bucks. If you have any reservations about it, then call someone who knows what they are doing and have them help you. That is not something that you want to mess around with.

How to change oil pan in a 1994 Ford Explorer? pulling motor?

Ok so...we wrecked my 94 ford explorer and busted the oil pan. My daddy is a mechanic who told me that the motor would have to be pulled in order to change the oil pan. He's disabled now and can't do it for me and my brother is busy working so he can't do it. I'm determined to at least try to pull the motor on my own with some help from a cherry picker. I just need someone who could tell me the things I need to disconnect from the motor in order to pull it. Also, do I need to drain any fluids from it? It seemed that when I tried to take off a hose going to the radiator that some antifreeze was coming out. Please don't tell me to take it to a mechanic. we have no money for that and I'm very capable of doing it myself I just need some guidance.How to change oil pan in a 1994 Ford Explorer? pulling motor?You don't have to pull the motor all the way out just high enough to get the pan free from the cross members. You will need to drain the radiator and the oil from the pan. You only need to take off the motor mounts and disconnect the transmission so the engine block can be lifted up about 8%26quot;. Just go to the library and check out a Chilton's repair manual for your Ford and it will have step by step instructions. Good luckHow to change oil pan in a 1994 Ford Explorer? pulling motor?Go under the suv, you will see the oil pan. There is no need to lift the engine, if that were really the case then the mechanic wouldve charged you 200 bucks for every oil change.



Remove the bolt to drail all the oil. Then remove the bolts around the oil pan, apply 'oil pan gasket maker' around the corners of the new oil pan, fix the new oil pan in and wait for 12 hours before you refill the oil in the car.

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How do you get passed the exshuast on a 92 es300 to take the oil pan off and change the gasket?

Im trying to change my oil pan gasket on a 92 es300 and the esxhuast pips are in the way how do you take them off or how do you replace this oil pan gasket?How do you get passed the exshuast on a 92 es300 to take the oil pan off and change the gasket?You would take those off at the motor. You can go to Autozone .com to find out how to do anything on your car.

How extensive is it to change the oil pan gasket in a 93 tercel?

I have a 93 Toyota tercel. The oil pan gasket needs to be replaced.

How extensive is it to change the oil pan gasket in a 93 tercel?How extensive is it to change the oil pan gasket in a 93 tercel?never worked on one but I think it is probably like most cars. just empty the oil out, remove the bolts on the oil pan, replace the gasket and possibly the oil filter, put the bolts back, fill her up with oil, and drive it. just get a shop manual for it. there may be some funny thing with tightening the bolts. I bet you could get it done in an hour or two.

How to change oil pan gasket on 1999 ford taurus?

i have a minor oil leak/ i think u have 2 remove catlytic converterHow to change oil pan gasket on 1999 ford taurus?no you have to move the engine to get to the oil pan if u need to change in

How change an oil pan on bronco?

i own a 1990 ford bronco.i would really appreciate it if someone can give me specifieds directions on how to change it.the engine has to be lifted i know that.or direct me to a website i can checkout that explains all that.How change an oil pan on bronco?Scrap it and get a fuel efficient vehicle.How change an oil pan on bronco?engine.comHow change an oil pan on bronco?Take the motor mounts loose from the block. Put a jack under something solid on the engine and jack it up. It won't be easy, but you should be able to maneuver the oil pan out. You will probably have to pull the starter and possibly exhaust manifolds.How change an oil pan on bronco?Watch for the oil pump pick-up tube!! You may have to reach in and disconnect the pick-up before sliding the pan out!!

How to change an oil pan gasket on a 3.1 looks difficult compared to my 3.8 ?

looks like you have 2 undo engine mounts %26amp; jack up engine to get to the front bolts due to cross member so close to the oil pan boy this looks like a chore nothing simpleHow to change an oil pan gasket on a 3.1 looks difficult compared to my 3.8 ?Yeah, well, I guess that depends on what kind of car it's in.



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You have to remove the right side subframe and control arm (as an assembly).

Oughtta be a breeze after that.



Go here;

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then scroll down to %26quot;3.1L Engine VIN M%26quot; for more detailed instructions.

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How long does it take to change an oil pan gasket on a 1979 trans am?

Assuming you have a 403 CI engine I think it was sown as a 6.6 liter.

the job would be billed out at 3.8 hours. clean up time would be extra

probably 4.5 hours billable time. Probably not a do it yourself job. Exhaust bolts may break. The engine needs to be lited of the mounts.

The broken bolts would add to the time probably 2-3 hours. Good Luck!How long does it take to change an oil pan gasket on a 1979 trans am?depends on whos doing it and where they doing it shop maybe a few hours to a day back yard a weekend and two cases of beerHow long does it take to change an oil pan gasket on a 1979 trans am?it depends on the experience and if you have the proper tools on hand it problably take me an hourHow long does it take to change an oil pan gasket on a 1979 trans am?About 30 min.How long does it take to change an oil pan gasket on a 1979 trans am?not even an hour, just drain the engine of oil, drop the pan, scrape the old pan, and put the new gasket on, re-place pan on engine, fill with oil. longest part is waiting on the oil to drain down the funnel...

How difficult is it to change an oil pan on a 1998 Volvo SR70 Turbo?

Just checking to see if there are any crazy things that have to be done before proceeding.How difficult is it to change an oil pan on a 1998 Volvo SR70 Turbo?Very tough. The upper oil pan is also the one piece main bearing cap. The question is %26quot;where is the oil leak%26quot;? If it's dripping off the 4 pan bolts by the trans, it's a rear main seal. If its dripping off the middle of the engine under the turbo, it's the seals on the oil return line from the turbo. The return line is a very common issue and can be mistaken for the oil pan.It's is fairly easy to replace. The rear main is involved but not hard. Pan leaks can happen on the 5 cyl Volvo, but MAKE SURE.How difficult is it to change an oil pan on a 1998 Volvo SR70 Turbo?david s is right, there are several common places where the oil leaks on these engines, if you have an oil leak it's unlikely that the pan is leaking. Now if the pan got hit, that's a different story, or if you need to remove it to replace the o-rings because the oil light is on, which is also very common.

To remove the oil pan you need to support the engine from the top so that you can partially drop the subframe to be able to get the pan off.

How long does it take to change an oil pan on a honda accord 1996-2000?

Midas stripped the bolt on the oil pan and need to replace the oil pan. I'm wondering how long it will take to replace.How long does it take to change an oil pan on a honda accord 1996-2000?Why did they say they have to replace the oil pan? Because they striped a bolt? That won't make the oil pan need to be replaced, if it was the oil pan drain plug, they can get a new one, or even on oversized one if they need to. Are they charging you to replace this?How long does it take to change an oil pan on a honda accord 1996-2000?a day maybe 2 daysHow long does it take to change an oil pan on a honda accord 1996-2000?Approx. 2.5 hrs, according to my labor guide.How long does it take to change an oil pan on a honda accord 1996-2000?If you can get to the stripped hole you could tap it out to the next size and just put a new bolt in .~~

How do i change oil pan gasket on 91 Honda Accord?

I'm going to change the Oil pan gasket on a 91 Honda Accord. Are there any difficulties I'm not aware of? Is it a straight shot or are there obstructions? I ask because more than one shop quote me $300 and up to do the job. I can't fined any thing on the internet in realation to the process of doing the job so that brings me here.How do i change oil pan gasket on 91 Honda Accord?This is a timely and awkward job if you only have jack stands or ramps to get your car up. Once up so you can crawl under you have to get exhaust out of the way then drop pan partially to drain and catch oil. Then completely remove pan, clean and replace filter. Then put gasket on pan and reattach, being careful not to over-tighten. follow a Cross pattern for tightening bolts in order to get even bolt pressure. Reattach exhaust.How do i change oil pan gasket on 91 Honda Accord?Well you need to have it up on a hoist, remove the exhaust front pipe and gear box brace. Remove sump and re-seal it....Horrible job..Take the $300 which will be plus materials





I would generally charge $600 for that

How to change oil pan gasket on a 94 seville?

I have a 1994 cadillac seville 4.6 engine northstar, and am trying to change the oil pan gasket but the frame and muffler are right underneath it. I need some tips, like if I need to drop the frame.. Any helpfull advise would be worth 10 points thanks.How to change oil pan gasket on a 94 seville?Drop the exhaust and lift the engine off of the mounts. That should give you enough room to slide the oil pan out.

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