Oil Pump: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1990 Suzuki Swift, 1990 Suzuki Sidekick, and 1990 Suzuki Samurai. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position No. 1 piston at TDC of compression stroke. Remove water pump, crankshaft pulley and alternator. Remove timing belt cover and timing belt.
- Drain engine oil. Remove oil dipstick and oil pan. Remove oil pump pick-up screen. Remove oil pump assembly. Remove oil pump rotor plate.
- Mark outer gear with felt pen for reassembly reference. Remove inner and outer oil pump gears. Remove plug, relief spring and relief valve.