Do I need to lift engine out to remove oil pan?

Tiny
RANDY GEBBIE
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  • 2000 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
  • 3.1L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 155,000 MILES
I removed bolts all around, but the oil pan does not clear the frame.
Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 AT 5:42 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Yes, the engine needs to be lifted up to get clearance for the pan to clear the pick-up and be removed. An easy way is to use an engine support like in the image. You lift it up after loosening the mounts and tilt it a bit. It generally doesn't need to go very far but it won't come out without moving it. Also, you don't want to force it because you could knock the oil pick-up tube out of position.
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 AT 2:50 AM

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