Has anyone had any experience of removing the sump pan from an N16 Almera 1.5?
I have removed all the bolts with just the sealant holding it on, but it won't budge. I've used a specialist gasket removal tool, it is really difficult to find space to jam it in, then there is limited room to use a hammer, the tool bends, but the sump stays put. I've tried gentle persuasion with screwdrivers, hammers etc., all to no avail. I have got a new pan to fit so I'm not worried about damaging the old pan. Any ideas would be welcome.
I have removed all the bolts with just the sealant holding it on, but it won't budge. I've used a specialist gasket removal tool, it is really difficult to find space to jam it in, then there is limited room to use a hammer, the tool bends, but the sump stays put. I've tried gentle persuasion with screwdrivers, hammers etc., all to no avail. I have got a new pan to fit so I'm not worried about damaging the old pan. Any ideas would be welcome.