Oil Pump: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan may cause engine failure.

1.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .

2.

Remove the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components .

3.

Remove the oil pump screen and pickup tube. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication Components - Exploded View and Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube .

4.

Remove the bolts in the sequence shown below.

Fig 1: Oil Pump Bolts Loosening Sequence

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.