Supersonic
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However, I snapped a pan bolt trying to get it off, so I determined it wasn't worth it, and just did the drain and fill instead. My pan is now held on with one less bolt.
I've done similar thing reinstalling water pump while changing timing belt on a Rav4, 4cyl, should have translated torque spec to inch pounds and use that torque wrench instead of trying to do it in ft lbs, just too much leverage. Easing the anxiety, after removing the pump again the remaining half of the bolt backed out very easy after the head was broke off.
What I'd say, when you take your pan/gasket off completely, there should be enough bolt left to get a hold of and back out. Of course, bring it to a shop and have them do it if your not sure.