Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2002)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
REMOVAL - 4X2
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the upper fan shroud.
3. Remove the throttle body resonator and air inlet hose.
4. Remove the intake manifold.
5. Raise vehicle on hoist.
6. Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifolds.
7. Remove the structural dust cover (Fig. 102) using sequence shown.
8. Drain engine oil and remove oil filter.
9. Position suitable jack under engine.
10. Remove both left and right side engine mount through bolts (Fig. 103).
11. Raise engine to provide clearance to remove oil pan.
12. Place blocks of wood between engine brackets and lower mounts to provide stability to engine.
NOTE: Do not pry on oil pan or oil pan gasket. Gasket is mounted to engine and does not come out with oil pan.
