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2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard

Oil Pan: Removal

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the front catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Remove the 2 bolts and the front catalytic converter bracket.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts And Front Catalytic Converter Bracket
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Drain the engine oil and install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
Remove and discard the oil filter.
Remove the torque converter lower inspection cover.
Remove the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
Remove the oil filter adapter-to-oil pan bolt.
Remove the 15 bolts and the oil pan.
- Remove and discard the gasket.

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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.