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Old Jun 22, 2009 | 02:32 PM
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Does anyone know if there is a write up on how to remove the pan with the engine still in the car. I did a search but couldnt find anything good to explain how to do it.

So if anyone has done it please give me some tips.

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Old Jun 22, 2009 | 04:01 PM
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If you're trying to see if you left a rag in the engine, could you look through the oil drain plug (with a camera?) to check?
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pull k member while holding motor up. the rest is very straight-forward. have fun, throw some poly motor mounts in while you have it off.
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Old Jun 22, 2009 | 08:32 PM
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I removed the alternator, a/c (to get to the motor mount bolts) and supported the engine/tranny before i dropped the k member. Dont forget to unbolt the struts and spindle from lower control arm and unbolt the sterring from the top bolt.
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Originally Posted by 01ssreda4
pull k member while holding motor up. the rest is very straight-forward. have fun, throw some poly motor mounts in while you have it off.
Yeah....Have lotsa fun
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