Vitara JLX (4Dr) 4WD L4-2.0L (2000)
1. Inside of oil pan and oil pump strainer screen.
2. Clean sealing surface on oil pan and crankcase. Remove oil, old sealant, and dust from sealing surface.
INSTALLATION
1. To facilitate and ensure installation of oil pan, increase clearance between engine and vehicle body according to following procedure.
a. Disconnect exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold.
b. Remove engine mounting nuts (Right & Left).
c. Using engine support jack, hoist engine 2 - 3 cm (about 1 inch).
CAUTION: Do not hoist engine more than instructed above. That may cause trouble to engine or transmission.
2. Apply sealant continuously to oil pan mating surface as shown in figure.
"A" Sealant: 99000-31150