Ram Raider V6-2972cc 3.0L SOHC (1989)
1. Knock the special tool in deeply between the oil pan and cylinder block.
2. Hitting the side of the special tool, slide and remove the oil pan.
3. Attach a chain to the engine hangers.
4. Raise the engine by using a chain block; then insert a wooden spacer about 20 mm (0.79 in.) thick between the engine mounting front insulator
and the mount, and lower the engine.
Caution:
1. Be careful, when raising the engine, that it does not strike and bend tubes or pipes.
2. After lowering the engine, shake it gently to be sure that it is correctly mounted.
5. Raise the vehicle by using a lift, and remove the oil pan from the vehicle's underside.
INSPECTION
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Check the oil pan for cracks.
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Check the oil pan fitting surface for damage and deformation.
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Check the oil screen for cracked, clogged or damaged wire net and pipe.
INSTALLATION OF OIL PAN
1. Remove sealant from oil pan and cylinder block mating surfaces.
2. Degrease the sealant-coated surface and the engine mating surface.
