Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the oil pan. Refer to OIL PAN REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the oil pump bolt.
- Remove the oil pump and the oil pump driveshaft.
- Inspect the driveshaft at both ends for rounding of the corners.
- Inspect the oil pump. Refer to OIL PUMP CLEANING AND INSPECTION .