Oil pan replacement Q?

[MA drigal]

Need to replace oil pan... I was reading the TSRM, I notice that I need to remove brake lines, shocks and front suspension member before I can remove oil pan... Is there anyway of bypassing all that step and remove the brackets and the 22 bolts on the oil pan along with flange? Anyone have a faster approach or technique to remove oil pan? Note: backyard mechanic without lift.

Your assistance is much appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[adampecush]

there is no way to get at the pan with the engine attached to the front subframe. either pull the engine, or support the engine from above and pull the subframe.