Oil Pump
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The rotary spur oil pump develops the oil pressure.
- The oil pump is bolted to the front of the cylinder block.
- The oil pump is rotated by the crankshaft.
- A full flow oil filter is externally mounted on the upper sump.
If the filter element becomes blocked, a spring-loaded bypass valve opens to allow uninterrupted flow of oil to the engine.