Changing oil pan gasket

1994 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD
170 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CADDYTOYS85
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Do I have to lift engine to change oil pan gasket on my car? It leaks pretty bad near the oil filter and I have been told twice it is the oil pan gasket leaking. any suggestions?
Feb 5, 2018 at 6:05 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

Is this a front wheel drive or rear wheel drive?

Roy
Feb 6, 2018 at 3:41 AM
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CADDYTOYS85
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Rear wheel drive.
Feb 6, 2018 at 8:24 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Yes, the engine has to be lifted as high as it will go. once it is off the mounts, then use blocks of wood between the frame mounts and the engine.

Roy
Feb 6, 2018 at 8:29 AM
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CADDYTOYS85
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Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.
Feb 6, 2018 at 10:16 AM
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