Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2003 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Oil Pan, Engine
Oil Pan
M6 Bolts 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.)
M8 Bolts 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.)
Install pan and attaching fasteners (Fig. 105).
Install the structural collar (Fig. 104), using the follow procedure:
a. Install the vertical collar to oil pan bolts. Pre-torque bolts to 1.1 Nm (10 in. lbs.).
b. Install the horizontal collar to transmission bolts and tighten to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
c. Starting with center vertical bolts and working outward, final torque all bolts to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
M6 Bolts 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.)
M8 Bolts 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.)
Install pan and attaching fasteners (Fig. 105).
Install the structural collar (Fig. 104), using the follow procedure:
a. Install the vertical collar to oil pan bolts. Pre-torque bolts to 1.1 Nm (10 in. lbs.).
b. Install the horizontal collar to transmission bolts and tighten to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
c. Starting with center vertical bolts and working outward, final torque all bolts to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.