Oil Pump: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the V-belts. Ref. to REMOVAL , V-belt.
Disconnect the connector from power steering pump switch.
Disconnect the pressure hose and suction hose from the oil pump.
CAUTION:
- Do not allow fluid to come into contact with the pulley belt.
- Plug the ends of the hose and pipe to prevent foreign matter from entering.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Hose And Suction Hose
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Remove the installation bolt of the power steering pump bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Power Steering Pump Bracket Installation Bolt (1 Of 2)
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Fig 3: Locating Power Steering Pump Bracket Installation Bolt (2 Of 2)
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Secure the oil pump bracket on a vise and remove the bolts from front and back of the oil pump.
CAUTION: When securing the oil pump bracket in a vice, hold the oil pump bracket with the least possible force between two pieces of wood.

Fig 4: Locating Oil Pump Bracket Bolts
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Fig 5: Locating Oil Pump Bracket Bolt
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Remove the oil pump from the bracket.