The oil pan is an important part of the engine's cooling system.
serve as both a reservoir for the engine's oil and a cooling device. Engine oil is necessary for lubrication, cleaning of combustion chambers, and for keeping the motor from overheating. The oil pan consists of thin steel and is shaped into a deeper section, located right under the passenger cabin.
How Does an Oil Pan Work?
As its main function is to provide a cool storage place for the engine's oil, the oil pan is connected to the engine through an oil pump and an oil filter. Once the engine runs, the oil moves from the oil pan to the
oil pump
, where it is being pressurized. Before the oil reaches the engine's
crankshaft
, it is pumped through the
oil filter to remove grit. To allow an easy oil change, an oil pan gasket can be found at the bottom of the oil pan. Removing the plug enables the oil to flow out of the engine oil pan.
How Do Oil Pans Fail?
Not only your engine's oil needs to be replaced, there are some cases in which you need an oil pan replacement. Deep dips on the road, taken inattentively, can cause major damage to the thin steel mantle of your oil pan. Rocks, curbs, and other obstacles which might be hard to see can create dents or cracks. The older your car, the more likely the need of an
oil pan gasket replacement will be. The gasket gets worn out and starts to leak. Certainly bad for the environment, but you also risk serious damage to your engine if less and less oil is available for the cooling and lubrication circuit.
Common Oil Pan Components
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