Oil Pump Assemble

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 21882 Oil Suction Pipe Installer. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 22144 Oil Suction Pipe Installer. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Lubricate all the internal oil pump parts using engine oil during assembly.

Fig 1: View Of Oil Pump Drive Gear & Driven Gear

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Install the oil pump gears.

Fig 2: View Of Oil Pump Cover

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Install the oil pump cover.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the oil pump cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil pump cover bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Pressure Regulator Valve & Spring

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Install the pressure regulator valve.
Install the pressure regulator spring.
Install the cotter pin.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the cotter pin is properly secured.

Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) or the equivalent to the new suction pipe.
Tap the new suction pipe into place using a plastic hammer. Use the J 21882 for 5/8 inch pipe or J 22144 for 3/4 inch pipe. See Special Tools and Equipment .