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3.4 oil pan leaking at seal

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by westhumboldt, Jan 2, 2016.

  1. Jan 2, 2016 at 10:01 PM
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    westhumboldt

    westhumboldt [OP] Well-Known Member

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    What is the torque recommendations for the oil pan. I am gonna just try to re torque the bolts and see if that seals it. Also is there a pattern I should follow like criss cross for re torquing
     
  2. Jan 2, 2016 at 10:20 PM
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    Caligula

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    It will be listed in the FSM. Its probably 89in-lb, but double check. I would go a little more snug then that anyway.

    My trick for torquing down aluminum pans, because they are more brittle but can warp more, is first finger tighten everything down. Then start in the middle of the pan, torque down the two center most bolts on either side, then zig-zag back and forth to both ends of the pan.
     
    Last edited: Jan 3, 2016

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