Toyota 12102-20010 Pan Sub-Assy, Oil

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Before installing the oil pan, it's essential to prepare the mating surfaces. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old gasket material and sealant from both the engine block and the oil pan. Clean these surfaces with lacquer thinner or acetone. Additiona

Complete the remaining installation steps in reverse order, including adding new oil and a new oil filter. It's crucial to wait for the sealant to set to ensure a proper seal and prevent oil leaks.

Apply a 3 to 4 mm wide bead of RTV sealant to the flange of the steel oil pan section. Carefully position the steel pan on the aluminum section and install the bolts. Working from the center out, tighten them.

To remove the oil pan, start by disconnecting the negative cable from the battery. Set the parking brake and block the rear wheels. Then, raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the splash shields under the engine if they are present. Drain the engine oil and remove the oil filter. Disconnect the three nuts holding the front exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold and remove the two bolts/nuts where the converter attaches to the rest of the exhaust system. Unbolt the two bolts and remove the support bracket, then remove the front exhaust pipe. Remove the brace from the exhaust manifold. Remove the front block-to-transaxle brace. Remove the bolts and detach the oil pan, being careful not to damage the mating surfaces of the pan and block. To install the oil pan, use a scraper to remove all traces of old gasket material and sealant from the block and oil pan. Clean the mating surfaces with lacquer thinner or acetone. Check the oil pan flange for distortion and flatten it if necessary. Inspect the oil pump pick-up tube assembly for cracks and a blocked strainer. Clean it thoroughly and install it with a new O-ring or gasket. Apply a bead of RTV sealant to the oil pan flange. Carefully position the oil pan on the engine block and install the bolts, tightening them from the center out. Complete the installation by adding oil, installing a new oil filter, and using new "doughnut" gaskets on each end of the front exhaust pipe. Finally, run the engine and check for oil pressure and leaks.

To access and remove the oil pan, you need to remove the engine splash shields, drain the engine oil, remove the oil filter, disconnect the front exhaust pipe from the catalytic converter, and remove the flywheel housing cover.

Inspect the oil pump pick-up tube assembly for cracks and a blocked strainer. If the pick-up was removed, clean it thoroughly and install it now, using a new gasket. Tighten the nuts/bolts.