In some videos people use gaskets, in some videos people use sealent.
I know that from the factory they use sealent but is there a reason to use or not use a gasket? It seems like the gasket is cleaner and easier to install.
Also in some videos they say the oil pan can’t be removed without taking apart the exhaust. In some videos they say you can wiggle it out.
Thank you,
And i would appreciate any advice you have regarding this repair.
The 2.4 has its exhaust manifold at the front of the engine, and the exhaust pipe passes under the pan to the flex joint. It’s 3 bolts to lower the pipe, and I have yet to find exhaust nuts on a Toyota that are too rusted to spin off, even on a car over 15 years old. If it was mine, I’d buy a $7 exhaust gasket, lower the exhaust pipe a little, then remove the pan. If sealant is good enough for Toyota, it’s good enough for me…
Would you happen to know what size the spark plugs are on those. Some websites say 14mm some say 5/8.