oil pan

1997 FORD AEROSTAR
257,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MOBILETECH ONE
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how do you remove the oilpan on a 1997 ford aerostar with a 3.0 engine?
Dec 5, 2010 at 4:53 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Oil pan removal
Disconnect negative battery cable.
Remove dipstick.
Raise and support vehicle.
Remove retainer clip and electrical connector at oil low level sensor (if equipped).
Drain engine oil.
Remove starter motor.
Remove transmission.
Remove oil pan bolts, oil pan and gasket.

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Dec 5, 2010 at 6:10 AM
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