Oil Pump: Installation

Using the ST, install the front oil seal.
ST 499587100 OIL SEAL INSTALLER

NOTE: Use a new front oil seal.

Fig 1: Installing Front Oil Seal
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Apply liquid gasket to the mating surfaces of oil pump.
NOTE: Install within 5 min. after applying liquid gasket.

Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1217G (Part No. K0877Y0100) or equivalent

Fig 2: Applying Liquid Gasket To Mating Surfaces Of Oil Pump
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Apply a coat of engine oil to the inside of front oil seal.

Fig 3: Applying Coat Of Engine Oil To Inside Of Oil Seal
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Install the oil pump to cylinder block. Be careful not to damage the front oil seal during installation.
NOTE:
- Make sure the front oil seal lip is not folded.
- Align the flat surface of oil pump's inner rotor with crankshaft before installation.
- Use new O-rings.
- Do not forget to assemble O-rings.
Apply liquid gasket to the three bolts thread shown in figure, (when reuse the bolts)
Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1324 (Part No. 004403042) or equivalent

Tightening torque:

6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Applying Fluid Packing To Threads Of Bolts
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Install the crank sprocket. Refer to INSTALLATION , Crank Sprocket.
Install the water pump. Refer to INSTALLATION , Water Pump.
Install the crankshaft position sensor. Refer to INSTALLATION , Crankshaft Position Sensor.
Install the radiator. Refer to INSTALLATION , Radiator.
Connect the ground cable to the battery.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable

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