Oil Pan: Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install oil pan with the following procedure:
1. Use a scraper to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Old Liquid Gasket From Mating Surfaces
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  - Also remove the old liquid gasket from mating surface of cylinder block.
  - Remove old liquid gasket from the bolt holes and threads.
    CAUTION: Do not scratch or damage the mating surfaces when cleaning off old liquid gasket.
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket using Tool as shown.
  Tool number: WS39930000 ( - )
  
  Fig 2: Applying Continuous Bead Of Liquid Gasket Using Tool
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  
  Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to [RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ].
  
  CAUTION: Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
3. Tighten bolts in numerical order as shown.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  - Install A/T fluid cooler tube bracket with bolts No. 1 and 9 as shown (A/T models).
Install oil pan drain plug. Refer to [CHANGING ENGINE OIL ].
Installation is in the reverse order of removal after this step.
NOTE: Pour engine oil at least 30 minutes after oil pan is installed.