Oil Pump: Installation
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- Ensure sealing surfaces are clean. Install NEW "O" ring on cylinder block. Apply sealant on oil pump body sealing surface.
- Install oil pump. Ensure teeth on drive rotor engage with teeth on crankshaft. Install bolts. Ensure proper bolts are installed in specified areas. See Fig 1. Tighten all bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Ensure proper oil pan installation procedure is used. See OIL PAN under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Fill engine with oil.