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Oil Pump: Removal

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  1. With the engine in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover .
  3. Drain the engine oil, then install the drain plug.
    • To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the 3 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
  5. Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.
    6. NOTE: Discard the gasket and clean and inspect the gasket mating surfaces.
  6. Remove the 2 bolts and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  7. Remove the oil pump drive chain tensioner.
    1. Release the tension on the tensioner spring.
    2. Remove the tensioner and the 2 shoulder bolts.
    8. Fig 1: Locating Shoulder Bolts & Tensioner
    GF0009058Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the chain from the oil pump sprocket.
  9. Remove the bolt and oil pump sprocket.
  10. Remove the 4 bolts and the oil pump.
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