Skylark L4-138 2.3L SOHC VIN 3 MFI QUAD 4 (1992)
CAUSE: (Figure 2)
The side-cover to channel plate gasket may be split or torn due to a raised surface or ridge on the sealing side of the pan assembly. This raised edge can
apply additional pressure on the gasket and a tear may develop. Vehicle mileage and vibration are factors which can accelerate the potential of the gasket
to tear. The entire inner case side cover gasket is suspect and should be inspected carefully for this condition.
CORRECTION: (Figures 2 and 3)
Install a new case side-cover pan which does not have the stamping "DO NOT PRY IN THIS AREA." Removing this stamping has improved flatness on
the sealing surface of the side pan and has reduced (but not eliminated) the opportunity of side pan leaking. It should NOT be assumed the removal of the
