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Oil Pump: Removal

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  1. With the engine in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER  in this service information.
  3. Drain the engine oil, then install the drain plug.
    • To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the 4 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
  5. Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.
    6. NOTE: Discard the gasket and clean and inspect the gasket mating surfaces.
  6. Remove the 2 bolts and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
  7. Remove the oil pump drive chain tensioner.
    1. Release the tension on the tensioner spring.
    2. Remove the 2 shoulder bolts and the tensioner.
    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Drive Tensioner
    G07782058Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the chain from the oil pump sprocket.
  9. Remove the bolt and oil pump sprocket.
  10. Remove the 4 bolts and the oil pump.
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