I was wondering if anyone knew how to remove the oil pan from a 95 neon with the 2.0 SOHC. I can get to all of the bolts but it seems like there is one that is being blocked by the motor mount. I am doing a complete overhaul of my girlfriends car and the oil pan is almost completely rusted through so i just ordered a new one and i cant get the old one off. I appreciate all your guys help.

 

you need to take that front motor mount bracket off....2 bolts under the motor at the back of the bracket, 2 bolts on top in the front under the starter, and 1 bolt just to the right of the front 2...
its a dumb design

 

would i need to put a jack under the motor or anything like that while i amremoving those bolts?

 

Not necessary when removing but you may need one to install it back on.

 

is this the same for a 97 neon dohc? Becuase I attempted to remove the oil pan awhile back but i had no luck. I examined the oil pan and noticed that i couldn't get to one particular bolt because some sort of plate/mount is in the way (same issue with JrWaxdr). Thanks!

 

^^^Yes its the same.

 

any hints on how to get to those 5 bolts that hold the engine bracket on? the two rear ones look easy enough. Do i need to remove the alternator to get to the front ones? its looks like a very tight spot. Thanks