1. Manufacturer recommends removing engine for servicing oil pan. Remove engine. See ENGINE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove oil pan bolts. It may be necessary to cut silicone sealant on each side of oil pan. Pry upward on one side of oil pan to break seal on silicone sealant. Remove oil pan.
2. If necessary to remove oil pump pick-up tube, remove oil pump pick-up tube-to-front cover bolts. Remove oil pump pick-up tube support bracket nut at top of main bearing cap.
Remove oil pump pick-up tube and gasket.