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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: bmwpower on December 01, 2007, 01:35:13 PM
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OK...Bentley says I need to do a bunch of removing/loosening of stuff from the front end to get the oil pan out. What's the best way to get the oil pan out? I searched but didn't find anything specific. BTW, the head and intake are off the car.
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yea, removing/loosening a bunch of stuff is about right. :D
If you are just removing the lower pan it's as simple as removing all the bolts that hold the lower to the upper. Go take a look at it and it should be obvious.
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yea, removing/loosening a bunch of stuff is about right. :D
If you are just removing the lower pan it's as simple as removing all the bolts that hold the lower to the upper. Go take a look at it and it should be obvious.
I want to remove the whole pan. I'm thinking of just taking the trans/motor out as one piece. Thoughts?
The Bentley says remove control arms, lower subframe, etc. I don't know if I want to be bothered. Plus, I'd like to do the tranny seals and shifter bushings. Should make it easier when it's all out.
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You don't have to take the engine out to get the upper pan out.
I just unhooked the engine mounts and jacked up the engine at the tranny, it gave me just enough room to get it out. Although it is a pain getting it back in without the gasket moving.
Good Luck