Skoda OCTAVIA MK1 Service Manual page 89

Remove noise insulation panel in middle as
–
well as on left and right -arrows-.
– Drain engine oil.
– Unbolt oil pan.
Note
Slacken oil pan bolts at flywheel side with hinged
wrench -3185- and unscrew with wrench socket
-3249-.
Remove oil pan, if necessary release by
– applying slight blows with a rubber-headed
hammer.
Use a flat scraper to remove sealant residues on
–
the cylinder block.
Use a rotating plastic brush to remove sealant
– residues on the oil pan (wear protective
goggles).
Clean sealing surfaces, they must be free of oil
–
and grease.
Install
Note
The oil pan must be installed within 5 minutes
t
after applying the silicone sealant.
Use socket insert - 3249- to insert the oil pan
t bolts at flywheel side and tighten with hinged
wrench -3185 -.
The assistance of a second mechanic is required
t
to install the oil pan.
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