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How do i change oil pan on 1999 dodge ram 1500 with 5.2 magnum

No oil pressure, lifters are clacking, engine sludge

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Remove dipstick, exhaust pipe, left engine to transmission mount, loosen motor mounts & raise engine slightly.(enough to slide pan back out, when ready.) Heard enough yet? Good Luck.

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