Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L (2008)
2. CAUTION: The thickness of the sealant must be between 4-6 mm (0.16-0.23 inch) or oil leaks may occur.
NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned.
Apply a 4-6 mm (0.16-0.23 inch) bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the junction of the main bearing cap and the cylinder block and to the
junction of the front cover assembly and the cylinder block.
3. Position the oil pan gasket to the oil pan by aligning the fastener holes and securing the gasket with the gasket clips.
4. NOTE: Make sure the fasteners are clean and dry prior to installation.
Install the oil pan and bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown.
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Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
Vehicles equipped with coil springs
5. Remove the blocks from between the engine mounts and the support brackets.
6. Lower the engine and remove the Three-Bar Engine Support and the Lifting Eyes.
7. Install the engine support insulator nuts.
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Tighten to 109 Nm (80 lb-ft).
8. Install the air cleaner outlet tube.
All vehicles
