Removal & Disassembly
- Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove crankshaft sprocket from oil pump. Remove oil pan. See OIL PAN under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove oil strainer and oil pipe.
- Remove oil cooler assembly. Remove oil pump bolts and oil pump. See Figure. Remove pressure relief valve. Remove oil pump cover. Mark oil pump gears for reassembly reference. Remove oil pump gears. Remove oil seal from oil pump housing.
NOTE:
In colder climates, pressure relief valve may stick, creating excessive oil pressure and causing oil filter to deform and leak. If this condition exists, install NEW pressure relief valve and spring.