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Oil Pump Sprocket Disassembly Note

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  1. Lock the flywheel (MT) or counterweight (AT) against rotation using the SST  .
    Fig 1: Locking Flywheel/Counterweight
    G02830949Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Unlock the crimped part of the lock washer and remove the locknut and lock washer.
  3. Remove the oil pump drive gear and oil pump sprocket wheel with the oil pump chain engaged.
    Fig 2: Removing Oil Pump Drive Gear
    G02830950Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.