Reassembly & Installation
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CAUTION:
The inner and outer gerotor must be installed with the words "OUT" or "DAMPER" facing away from the engine.
NOTE:
The inner gerotor must be installed onto the crankshaft nose before the oil pump is installed onto the engine front cover.
- Install the inner gerotor. Lubricate the oil pump with clean engine oil. Position the outer gerotor in the oil pump body plate. Install a NEW "O" ring seal.
- Position the oil pump body plate and outer gerotor on the crankshaft nose. Install the oil pump body plate bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Carefully remove and discard the crankshaft front seal. See CRANKSHAFT FRONT SEAL under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Install NEW crankshaft front seal. Install the crankshaft vibration damper.
- Install a NEW engine oil filter. Fill the engine to proper level using appropriate engine oil. See ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM . Start the vehicle and check for leaks. Repair as necessary.
NOTE:
Manufacturer recommends installing NEW crankshaft front seal any time vibration damper is removed.