How To Install Oil Pan Gasket

[Malik]

What is the best way how to install an oil pan gasket that will guarantee no leaks the first time?

 

[Barncat]

There should be best practices used, but there can’t be guarantees of success for obvious reasons.
Best Practices;
Clean both mating surfaces very well. Do not deform either.
Use a high quality sealant on a high quality gasket.
Torque the bolts properly.

 

[Wildlife]

As Barncat wrote when tighten bolts just snug them up until all in place than slowly tighten bolt across until tight.