Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > C-MAX 2003.75 (06.2003-) > Mechanical Repairs | 3 Powertrain | 303 Engine | 303-01E Engine - 1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Lynx) Diesel | Description and Operation | Diagnosis and Testing | General Procedures | In-vehicle Repair

Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to: (100-02 Jacking and Lifting)
Jacking (Description and Operation),

Lifting (Description and Operation).

CAUTION:To avoid damaging the mating faces, only use the special tool to remove the oil pan.

Using the special tools, remove the oil pan (engine shown removed for clarity).

Installation

NOTE:Do not damage the mating faces.

NOTE:The mating faces and blind holes must be free of oil and sealer residue.

Clean the mating faces of the oil pan and ladder frame with cleaner.

CAUTION:Make sure that the sealant does not enter the ladder frame blind holes. Failure to follow this procedure may result in damage to the engine assembly.

NOTE:Attach the oil pan within 10 minutes of applying the sealant.

NOTE:Once the oil pan is in contact with the ladder frame it must not be removed.

Apply a 2.5 mm diameter bead of sealant to the ladder frame (dotted line) and install the oil pan.
- Tighten the nuts and bolts in the sequence shown.

NOTE:Inspect the oil pan drain plug seal for damage. Install a new oil pan drain plug and seal if necessary.

Install the oil pan drain plug.

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