E 350 1 Ton Van V10-6.8L VIN S (1997)
16. Remove the two bolts and nut retaining the oil pump screen cover and tube and let drop into the oil pan.
17. Remove the oil pan and oil pan gasket from the rear of the engine.
18. Clean the mating surfaces and thoroughly clean the oil pan.
INSTALLATION
1. Tighten the oil pump screen cover and tube.
2. Apply a bead of silicone where the front cover and the rear crankshaft seal retainer fit to the engine block.
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Use Silicone Gasket and Sealant F6AZ-19562-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A6.
NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with solvent. Allow to dry until there is no sign of
wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
