oil pan removal

1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM

SPINNERWILEY

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Engine Mechanical problem 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

how do i get the oil pan off? I can't reach all the bolts. The front motor support bracket is in the way and i can't get it to come off.

Dec 24, 2008 at 11:39 AM

MMPRINCE4000

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You will have to loosen or remove all the motor mount bolts and raise engine (just a few inches) with a cherry picker to get to the pan bolts.

Dec 25, 2008 at 7:26 AM

RANDY T BRADFORD

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Mine is a v6 ..same year 94 ...do I have to raise motor too ??

Jul 14, 2017 at 6:54 AM

STRAILER

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You will need to jack the car up first and then drain the oil.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Here are some diagrams to help you get the job done.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

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Jul 17, 2017 at 10:25 AM