Caravan FWD L4-2.4L VIN X (1997)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine oil and remove oil pan.
2. Clean oil pan and all gasket surfaces.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent at the oil pump to engine block parting line.
2. Install the oil pan gasket to block.
3. Install pan and tighten the fasteners in a circular pattern beginning in the middle of the pan rail. Tighten oil pan fasteners using this 3 step method:
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5 Nm (40 inch lbs.)
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9 Nm (80 inch lbs.)
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12 Nm (105 inch lbs.)
