Oil Pump: Removal

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The oil pump pressure relief valve can be serviced by removing the oil pan.

Remove crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to REMOVAL ).
Remove timing chain cover. (Refer to REMOVAL ).
Remove timing chain and sprockets. (Refer to REMOVAL ).
Remove oil pan. (Refer to REMOVAL ).
Remove oil pick-up tube and O-ring (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump And Pick-Up Tube
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Ensure that crankshaft position is at 60° ATDC of No. 1 cylinder, or crankshaft sprocket mark aligns with mark on oil pump (Fig 2). This position will properly locate oil pump upon installation.

Fig 2: Identifying Crankshaft Positioned At 60 Degrees ATDC No. 1 Cylinder
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Remove oil pump attaching bolts (Fig 1).
Remove oil pump.