Oil Pan Leaking

1994 4x4 22RE

My oil pan is leaking on my truck. Apparently Toyota did not use a gasket on the oil pan, they only used an RTV sealant. When I replaced my timing chain a while back I remember getting a cork type gasket from a local auto parts store. I believed I used it along with RTV sealant.

Anyway, does anyone have any suggestions on how to remove the pan? Last time I just unbolted the transmission mount and engine mounts and jacked it up just enough to wiggle it out.

Also, should I replace it with only RTV sealant this time?

You have to be extremely careful when putting timing cover back on a 22re or you will push the gasket out of place. I usually just use RTV, actually if you get the toyota gasket maker it is even better.

Never use a cork gasket. Go to the dealer and see what they use. I have never had a cork one that worked worth a $hit.