Sidekick JSS 4D Hard Top 2WD L4-1.8L (1997)
6. Remove oil pan according to following procedure. Oil pan until it stops by way of cross member and oil pump strainer and keep it at that position
temporarily. With wrench inserted between oil pan and crank case, and oil pump strainer mounting bolts removed, remove oil pump strainer from
oil pump. Then remove oil pan from temporarily supported position.
CLEAN
1. Inside of oil pan and oil pump strainer screen.
2. Clean sealing surface on oil pan and crank case. Remove oil, old sealant, and dust from sealing surface.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply sealant to oil pan mating surface continuously as shown in figure.
"A" Sealant: 99000-31150 or equivalent.
