Change the rear main and oil pan gasket?

Tiny
TANKK2014
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  • 2008 DODGE RAM
  • 3.7L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 230,000 MILES
Does anyone have a link to a video for my specific model on how to change the rear main and oil pan gasket? I can't seem to find one. The process seems straight forward but I don't want to miss any tricks. Thank you.
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 AT 6:26 AM

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Tiny
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Sure, here is a video that shows how to change out the oil pan,

https://youtu.be/lasKM_w7Rpg?si=M48nttBBw9GawrpN

For the rear main seal the transmission will need to be removed. Here are two guides that will show you step by step what to do to get the job done. This video shows the work being done on a similar car which the process is very similar for you truck.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vJAojsrfuU

Here is the rear main seal, like I say the job is very similar to your truck

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fh12SPwrHrk&pp=0gcJCQMKAYcqIYzv

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Thursday, November 13th, 2025 AT 11:07 AM

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