Oil Pump Disassemble

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump Drive Components

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Remove the oil pump driveshaft and oil pump driveshaft retainer.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pump & Screen

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NOTE: DO NOT remove the oil pump screen from the pipe. The pipe and oil pump screen are serviced as a complete assembly.

Remove the oil pump screen, if necessary.
The oil pump screen has a press fit into the oil pump cover.

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pump Cover Bolts

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Remove the oil pump cover bolts.

Fig 4: Identifying Oil Pump Cover

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Remove the oil pump cover.

Fig 5: Identifying Oil Pump Gears

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Remove the oil pump drive gear and the oil pump driven gear.
Matchmark the gear teeth for assembly.

Fig 6: Identifying Pressure Regulator Valve Spring

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WARNING: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

WARNING: In some models, the pressure regulator valve spring is under pressure. Remove the retaining pin carefully in order to avoid bodily injury.

Remove the following items:
1. The oil pump pressure relief valve spring straight pin
2. The oil pump pressure relief spring
3. The oil pump pressure relief valve-If the valve is stuck, soak the pump housing in cleaning solvent.