Section 76 (2.4L DOHC Engine): Pump-Oil: Removal

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Fig 1: Crankshaft Sprocket - Removal

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1 - CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVER 6793

2 - CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVER INSERT C-4685-C2

3 - CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET

Disconnect negative cable from battery.
Remove timing belt (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT AND SPROCKETS - REMOVAL) .
Remove timing belt rear cover (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT COVER(S) - REMOVAL) .
Remove oil pan (Refer to ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL) .
Remove crankshaft sprocket (3) using Crankshaft Sprocket Remover 6793 (1) and Crankshaft Sprocket Remover Insert C-4685-C2 (2). See Fig 1.

Fig 2: Crankshaft Key
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1 - CRANKSHAFT KEY
Remove crankshaft key (1). See Fig 2.

Fig 3: Oil Pump
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1 - BOLTS

2 - BOLTS

3 - OIL PUMP
Remove oil pick-up tube.
Remove oil pump (3) and front crankshaft seal. See Fig 3.