Oil Pump: Installation

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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 Using Special Tool
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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: Identifying Oil Pump Mating Surfaces Sealant Applying Area
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Apply a coat of engine oil to the inside of front oil seal.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Oil Seal Engine Oil Applying Area
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Install the oil pump to cylinder block.
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage the front oil seal during installation.
- Make sure the front oil seal lip is not folded.
NOTE:
- Align the flat surface of oil pump's inner rotor with that of 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 reusing 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: Identifying Bolts Thread Liquid Gasket Applying Points
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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 battery ground terminal.

Fig 5: Connecting Battery Ground Terminal
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