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Oil Pump: Installation

  1. Install oil pump  .
    Fig 1: Installing Oil Pump
    G01091814Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    Install a new gasket and the oil pump with the 3 bolts.

    1. Torque: 18.6 N.m (190 kgf.cm, 14 ft.lbf) 

  2. Install drive chain and sprockets  .
    1. Set the crankshaft key into the left horizontal position and turn the cutout of the drive shaft to the top.
      Fig 2: Installing Drive & Sprockets
      G01091815Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Set the chain on the 2 sprockets as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 3: Setting Chain On 2 Sprockets
      G01091816Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:
      • Set the mark on the oil pump drive sprocket at the colored link in the chain.
      • Set the mark on the oil pump drive shaft sprocket at the colored link.
    3. Install the chain and 2 sprockets with the nut.
      1. Torque: 29.5 N.m (300 kgf.cm, 20 ft.lbf) 
  3. Install chain tensioner  .

    Install the spring and plate with the bolt.

    1. Torque: 12 N.m (120 kgf.cm, 9ft.lbf) 

  4. Install oil pan  .
    1. Remove any old packing (FIPG) material and be careful not to drop any oil on the contact surfaces of the timing chain/crank case and oil pan.
      • Using a razor blade and gasket scraper, remove all the old packing (FIPG) material from the gasket surfaces and sealing grooves.
      • Thoroughly clean all components to remove all the loose material.
      • Using a non-residue solvent, clean both sealing surfaces.
      Fig 4: Displaying Spring Proper Installation
      G01091817Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE: Do not use a solvent which will affect the painted surfaces.
    2. Apply seal packing to the oil pan as shown in the illustration.
      1. Seal packing: Part No. 08826 - 00080 or equivalent 
        Fig 5: Displaying Oil Pan & Seal Packing Width
        G01091818Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      • Install a nozzle that has been cut to a 4.0 - 4.5 mm (0.16 - 0.18 in.) opening.
        NOTE: Avoid applying an excessive amount to the surface.
      • Parts must be assembled within 3 minutes of application. Otherwise the material must be removed and reapplied.
      • Immediately remove nozzle from the tube and reinstall cap.
    3. Install the oil pan with the 12 bolts and 2 nuts.
      1. Torque: 9 N.m (90 kgf.cm, 80 in..lbf) 
  5. Install crankshaft timing sprocket and timing chain (See  INSTALLATION  )  .
  6. Install RH engine mounting insulator (See  INSTALLATION  )  .
  7. Install ABS actuator (See  ACTUATOR/ABS ECU  )  .
  8. Install air cleaner assembly (See  INSTALLATION  )  .
    Fig 6: Installing Oil Pan
    G01091819Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. Install front exhaust pipe  .
    Fig 7: Installing Front Exhaust Pipe
    G01091820Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    Install 2 new gaskets and front exhaust pipe with the 2 compression springs and 4 bolts.

    Torque: 

    1. 43 N.m (439 kgf.cm, 32 ft.lbf) for bolt A 
    2. 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbf) for bolt B 

  10. Install engine under cover  .
  11. Fill engine with oil  .
  12. Start engine and check for leaks  .
  13. Recheck engine oil level  .