Sportage 2WD 4Dr L4-2.0L (2000)
INSPECTION
1. Inspect the oil pan for cracks, deformation, or damaged drain plug threads. Repair or replace if necessary.
2. Inspect threads on the drain plug. Replace drain plug if necessary.
3. Inspect the oil baffle and the oil strainer for clogging or damage. Clean or replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant (Loctite Ultra Blue 587 or equivalent) to the oil baffle along the inside of the bolt holes, and overlap
the ends.
NOTICE: The oil pan projection and recession from the end of the engine block must not be more than 0.06 inch (1.5 mm)
2. Install oil baffle.
3. Install one oil baffle mounting bolt.
Tighten the mounting bolt to 84 inch lbs. (9.5 Nm).
4. Install oil strainer assembly.
5. Install four mounting bolts on the oil strainer assembly.
Tighten the mounting bolts to 84 inch lbs. (9.5 Nm).
