Installation Procedure
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- Apply grease to the oil pump drive gear for ease of assembly.
- Line up the oil pump drive, making sure that the oil pump is fully seated in the engine block.
- Install the oil pump drive bolt, making sure that the oil pump drive is fully seated in the engine block.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
IMPORTANT:
Correct alignment of the oil pump drive and oil pump driveshaft is critical. Make sure both components mate correctly, or engine damage may occur.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.