It's a tight area to work in, but I'd suggest trying to drill and retap it (a bit larger if you need to). I believe your correct, the engine needs to be raised to change the pan. > -----Original Message----- > From: jason3625 [mailto:jason@xxxx] > Sent: Tuesday, May 07, 2002 9:25 PM > To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx > Subject: [DML] Oil Pan Removal > <SNIP> > Does anyone have a simple solution that would prevent me from Oil Pan > removal anything better than a rubber plug? > > If I MUST replace the pan has anyone documented it before? What neds > to happan and what is the procedure? > > Thanks All > > Jason