Oil Pump: Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain engine oil. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove oil pan and strainer. See OIL PAN under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove generator.
- Remove A/C compressor and mounting bracket (if equipped) from engine block. Remove crankshaft pulley lock bolt. Remove timing belt pulley. Remove oil pump mounting bolt. Remove oil pump.
- Remove front oil seal. Carefully clean all gaskets and sealant from mating surfaces without damaging sealing/mating surfaces. Remove all sealant from components and bolts. Check oil pump clearances. See OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS table. Replace oil pump as necessary.