How to Replace the Oil Pan Gasket in a Dodge Durango

If you notice that your Dodge Durango is trailing oil, it may be an indication that it has a worn out oil pan gasket. Here is how to change the oil pan gasket on the popular 2004 and later models of Dodge Durango trucks with 3.7 L engines.

Instructions

1

Jack up the front of the Dodge Durango, and install a jack stand. Block the rear wheels.

2

Remove the oil plug and let the oil drain into a pan, being sure to remove as much of the old oil as possible.

3

Loosen the bolts holding the oil pan with a socket wrench, and remove the bolts with your fingers. Remove the oil filter, starter motor, cooler lines, oil level sensor, heated oxygen sensor connector and exhaust y-pipe, and then take off the oil pan.

4

Scrape off the old gasket with a thin putty knife, being very careful not to scrape the surface. Be sure all of the old gasket is removed, then wipe the surface with solvent. Spread a bit of oil on the surface to promote adhesion, and apply the new gasket.

5

Replace the oil pan, exhaust y-pipe, heated oxygen sensor connector, oil level sensor, cooler lines and starter motor, and install a new oil filter.

6

Raise the vehicle slightly with the jack and slide out the jack stand before lowering the vehicle and removing the jacks.

7

Fill the engine with the appropriate amount of oil. Check the level with the dipstick to be sure you have the right amount.