Camaro V6-173 2.8L (1983)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
CAMARO V6-173 & V8-305
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove fan shroud.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then drain crankcase.
3.
Remove AIR pipe and hanger bolts from catalytic converter.
4.
Remove starter motor attaching bolts and position starter motor aside.
5.
Remove engine mount through bolts, then raise engine.
6.
Remove oil pan attaching bolts and oil pan. If oil pan removal is hampered by the forward crankshaft throw and/or counterweight
extending downward, turn crankshaft as needed to put throw in a horizontal position.
7.
Reverse procedure to install, using a new gasket and seals, as equipped. If RTV sealer is used to seal pan, apply a 1/8 inch wide bead of sealant
1052366 or equivalent to pan sealing flange. If M6 x 1.0 bolts are used, torque to 8 ft. lbs. If M8 x 1.25 bolts are used, torque to 18 ft. lbs.
