Removal & Disassembly
- Remove oil pan. See OIL PAN under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove oil pump bolt, oil pump and extension shaft from rear main bearing cap.
- To disassemble, remove pump cover. DO NOT remove pick-up tube from cover unless loose or broken. If pick-up tube is loose, bent or has been removed, replace pick-up tube and pump cover.
- Remove gears from pump body. Remove cotter pin securing spring and pressure regulator valve. Remove valve and spring.
WARNING:
On some models, pressure regulator valve spring is under pressure. To prevent personal injury, use care when removing cotter pin.