it is only necessary to change the gasket if you don't mind a leak around the oil pan. It is safer to just replace the gasket since you already have the pan off. It is cheap insurance, as you won't have to leak oil, replace the oil if/when you find the gasket leaked since you didn't replace it in the first time.Is it necessary to install a new oil pan gasket if I remove the oil pan even if the gasket in place is new.?
It needs to be replaced everytime it is removed, unless it s a steel gasket the is rubber coated and designed for reuse. Even then it is advisable to replace it. Most oil pan gaskets are around $20-30. Just replace it.
Has the engine been run with this gasket in place? I would be cautious to reuse a critical part like this. Having to replace it later may be a real pain. Why take the chance? If it a one piece rubber gasket it may be good for a reuse.
You might be okay if the gasket has not been compressed to much. You could try it and replace the gasket if it leaks.
It depends on how much you like that particular job. If you enjoy time under your car, don't replace it. Otherwise, spend the 5 bucks.
if it did,nt tear then reuse it. just wipe it off good and put some ( indian head shellac ) on it. i did it lots of times.
Don't risk an oil leak and have to re do all that work to try and save $6.
yes they are a special compond sealing that are designed to used once only.
always replace gaskets some dont cost much and will save time in the long run
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