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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1987WRANGLER BASE, 2.5 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL2.5L 4-CYL - VIN [H]REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONENGINE FRONT COVERINSTALLATION
1987 Jeep Wrangler Base, 2.5 H
Engine Front Cover: Installation
1987 Jeep Wrangler Base, 2.5 HSECTION Installation
- Clean mating surfaces of engine block and front cover. Replace front section of oil pan seal with similar section fabricated from new seal. Coat seal with gasket sealer and place in position. Apply sealant to joint of oil pan and cylinder block.
- Install Front Cover Aligner (J-22248) in front cover seal. Install front cover to block. Install and partially tighten oil pan-to-front cover screws. Install cover-to-block screws and tighten all screws. Remove front cover aligner. Reverse removal procedure to complete installation.
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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.