Oil Pump Installation Note

Apply clean engine oil to the new oil seal.
Push the oil seal slightly in by hand.
Press the oil seal in evenly using the SST .

Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal
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Install a new O-ring.
Apply silicone sealant to the oil pump as shown in the figure.
1. Thickness: 1-2 mm {0.040-0.078 in}
Fig 2: Applying Silicone Sealant
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Install the oil pump.
Cut away the portion of the silicone sealant the projects from the body toward the oil pan side.