Oil Pump: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the relief valve as follows:
1. Remove cotter pin. Drill a 3.175 mm (1/8 in.) hole into the relief valve retainer cap and insert a self-threading sheet metal screw into cap.
2. Clamp screw into a vise and while supporting oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body using a soft hammer. Discard retainer cap and remove spring and relief valve (Fig 1 ).
Fig 1: Disassembling Oil Pressure Relief Valve
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Remove oil pump cover (Fig 2 ).

Fig 2: Exploded View Oil Pump Assembly
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Remove pump outer rotor and inner rotor with shaft (Fig 2 ).
Wash all parts in a suitable solvent and inspect carefully for damage or wear.