How to Remove an Oil Pan From a 1988 Toyota Corolla

The oil pan on a 1988 Toyota Corolla holds the lubricating oil that helps lubricate all parts of the engine. The crankshaft pulls oil up from the oil pan by dipping down into the pan. Also inside the oil pan is the oil pickup. The pickup draws in engine oil and lubricates the head of the engine block. If the oil pan gets damaged, the pan may begin to leak at the seal between the block and the oil pan.

Things You'll Need

• Socket wrench
• Socket set
• Oil catch pan
• Jack
• Two jack stands

Instructions

1. Put the oil catch pan under the Corolla and position it under the oil pan on the bottom of the oil pan.

2. Unbolt the oil pan drain bolt and drain the engine oil into the catch pan.

3. Support the bottom of the oil pan with a jack.

4. Remove all of the oil pan mounting bolts by turning them counterclockwise with a socket wrench. The mounting bolts are located around the outside of the oil pan.

5. Lower the jack slowly and pull the oil pan down. If the pan gets stuck to the engine block, hit the pan gently on all sides with a rubber mallet until the pan comes off.

References

• Toyota Corolla Repair Manual 1988-1997; Dawn M. Hoch, S.A.E.; 1998