How to remove and install the oil pan assembly and crankcase reinforcement section in 4.0L SOHC V6 engine on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Starting with cars from 2001 and later, both pieces of the engine's oil pan system consist of a lower metal pan for collecting oil and an upper aluminum part for strengthening the engine block. You can remove both the lower oil pan and oil pump screen while the engine stays inside the car, but removing the engine reinforcement needs either pulling out the motor or lifting it at least one inch. First, drain the engine oil and remove the lower oil pan attachments, then loosen the oil pump's pickup/screen. You can take apart the reinforcing section by undoing the eight center bolts first, then the back corner bolts and outside bolts, and remove it carefully with care not to touch the gasket surfaces. When putting everything back together, be sure to use spacers to give your oil pan and transmission enough space to stay put and keep from breaking or leaking. Spray RTV sealant on known spots while cleaning gasket areas. Remove threaded anchors within the reinforcement part's body. Replace all gaskets, put the reinforcement piece in, and make sure the gasket surfaces line up with the mounting pads exactly. Start by tightening all bolts the right amount, put back the oil pump suction tube, apply a fresh oil pan gasket, and then put the oil pan back on.

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine Oil Pan Assembly
Part Number: 1L2Z-6675-FA
$45.67 MSRP: $65.62
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- Other Name: Pan Assy - Engine Oil
- Position: Lower
- Replaced by: 5R3Z-6675-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine Oil Pan Assembly
Part Number: 9L3Z-6675-B
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- Other Name: Pan Assy - Engine Oil; Oil Pan
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2009-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Frame Assembly
Part Number: 1L5Z-6675-AA
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- Other Name: Frame Assy; Oil Pan, Upper Oil Pan
- Position: Upper
- Replaces: F77Z-6675-BD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine Oil Pan Assembly
Part Number: 5R3Z-6675-AA
$45.67 MSRP: $65.62
You Save: $19.95 (31%)
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pan Assy - Engine Oil; Lower Oil Pan, Oil Pan
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 1L2Z-6675-FA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine Oil Pan Assembly
Part Number: 6L2Z-6675-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pan Assy - Engine Oil; Oil Pan
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Oil Pan

The Oil Pan of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac plays a very vital role when it comes to the wet sump lubrication system that is employed in the management of engine oil in the vehicle. Sitting right at the bottom just below the engine, the Oil Pan serves as a holder of the oil thereby keeping it in place and ready to be pumped around the engine's oil channels. This design will enable the oil pump to suck the oil and such will help in lubricating and cooling of the various moving parts of the engine. In earlier models of the Ford explorer sport trac the oil pans were traditionally made using stamped steel but as technology progresses new models employ the use of cast aluminum oil pans. Qualitative changes in the material can influence weight and heat shedding capacities and therefore, impact on the performance of the entire engine. The component examined on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac is the Oil Pan's design which is valuable in providing accurate oil levels and minimizing oil leaks essential in smooth running of the vehicle under different driving conditions.

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Q: How to remove and install the oil pan assembly and crankcase reinforcement section in 4.0L SOHC V6 engine on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
A:
Starting with cars from 2001 and later, both pieces of the engine's oil pan system consist of a lower metal pan for collecting oil and an upper aluminum part for strengthening the engine block. You can remove both the lower oil pan and oil pump screen while the engine stays inside the car, but removing the engine reinforcement needs either pulling out the motor or lifting it at least one inch. First, drain the engine oil and remove the lower oil pan attachments, then loosen the oil pump's pickup/screen. You can take apart the reinforcing section by undoing the eight center bolts first, then the back corner bolts and outside bolts, and remove it carefully with care not to touch the gasket surfaces. When putting everything back together, be sure to use spacers to give your oil pan and transmission enough space to stay put and keep from breaking or leaking. Spray RTV sealant on known spots while cleaning gasket areas. Remove threaded anchors within the reinforcement part's body. Replace all gaskets, put the reinforcement piece in, and make sure the gasket surfaces line up with the mounting pads exactly. Start by tightening all bolts the right amount, put back the oil pump suction tube, apply a fresh oil pan gasket, and then put the oil pan back on.