Oil Pump: Removal

The oil pump pressure relief valve can be serviced by removing the oil pan.

1. Remove crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to VIBRATION DAMPER )
2. Remove timing chain cover. (Refer to TIMING CHAIN COVER )
3. Remove timing chain and sprockets. (Refer to TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS )
4. Remove oil pan. (Refer to OIL PAN )
5. Remove oil pick-up tube and O-ring (Fig 1).
   Fig 1: Removing Oil Pump & Pick-Up Tube

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6. Ensure that crankshaft position is at 60° ATDC of No. 1 cylinder, or crankshaft sprocket mark aligns with mark on oil pump (Fig 2). This position will properly locate oil pump upon installation.
   Fig 2: Identifying Crankshaft Positioned At 60 Degrees ATDC No. 1 Cylinder

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7. Remove oil pump attaching bolts (Fig 1).
8. Remove oil pump.