2. Remove the oil level dipstick.
3. Drain the oil, remove the oil filter (chapter 1).
4. If the machine is equipped with a bottom oil level sensor, remove the retaining clip from the sensor and disconnect the contact wires from it.
5. Remove the catalytic converter and tube assembly (chapter 4).
6. Remove the starter motor (chapter 5).
7. Remove the lower dome cover (drive plates) if your model has one.
8. Loosen the oil pan bolts and remove it. If the pan does not budge, tap it with a rubber-faced straightening hammer.
9. Remove any remaining old gasket from the contact surfaces (see figure) and flush the oil pan (see figure).
10. Install a new gasket on the oil pan (see figure) using glue (Ford D7AZ - 19B508 - A or similar).
11. Apply a 1/6" thick bead of RTV sealant (type Ford D6AZ - 19562 - A or equivalent) to the joint between the engine block and the rear main bearing cap and the timing chain cover, in four places in total (see illustration). Install end seals if necessary.
Note: Follow the gasket manufacturer's directions carefully. Do not allow the sealant to dry before installing the pan.
12. Install the oil pan (crankcase) onto the engine block and tighten the bolts: tighten them to the torque value specified in the specification.
13. Assemble the remaining parts in the reverse order of disassembly.
14. Install a new oil filter, add oil, start the engine. Check for oil leaks.