Oil Pump: Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Do the following:

1. Apply fluid packing to matching surfaces of oil pump.
   1. Fluid packing:  THREE BOND 1215 or equivalent
2. Replace O-ring (A) with a new one.
   Fig 1: Replacing O-Ring With New One

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3. Apply a coat of engine oil to the inside of the oil seal.
   Fig 2: Applying Coat Of Engine Oil To Inside Of Oil Seal

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4. Be careful not to scratch oil seal when installing oil pump on cylinder block.
5. Position the oil pump, aligning the notched area with the crankshaft, and push the oil pump straight.
   CAUTION: Make sure the oil seal lip is not folded. 
6. Install oil pump.
   1. Tightening torque:  6.4 N.m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
   Fig 3: Installing Oil Pump

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