Oil Pump: Installation

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Install in the reverse order of removal.

Do the following:

Apply fluid gasket to matching surfaces of oil pump.
Fluid gasket:

Part No. 004403007

THREE BOND 1215 or equivalent
Replace O-ring (A) with a new one.

Fig 1: Applying Fluid Gasket To Matching Surfaces Of Oil Pump
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Apply engine oil to the inside of the oil seal.

Fig 2: Applying Engine Oil
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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.
- When installing oil pump to cylinder block, do not damage oil seal.
Install oil pump.
Tightening torque:

6.4 N.m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Installing Oil Pump To Cylinder Block
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