Inspection (1.8L Eclipse)
- Inspect components for damage. Install oil pump gears in front cover. Using feeler gauge, measure gear-to-front cover clearance between tip of teeth on each gear and front cover.
- Place straightedge across front cover above oil pump gears. Using feeler gauge, check gear side clearance between straightedge and both oil pump gears. Check for ridge on oil pump cover in gear operating area. Ensure relief plunger slides freely in bore. Check free length and spring pressure of relief plunger spring. Replace components if not within specification. See OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS (1.8L ECLIPSE) table.
OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS (1.8L ECLIPSE)
| Application | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Side Clearance | |||
| Drive Gear | |||
| Standard | .0039-.0063" (.099-.160 mm) | ||
| Limit | .0079" (.201 mm) | ||
| Driven Gear | |||
| Standard | .0008-.0020" (.020-.051 mm) | ||
| Limit | .0059" (.149 mm) | ||
| Gear-to-Front Cover Clearance | |||
| Drive Gear | |||
| Standard | .0024-.0047" (.061-.119 mm) | ||
| Limit | .0079" (.201 mm) | ||
| Driven Gear | |||
| Standard | .0016-.0047" (.041-.119 mm) | ||
| Limit | .0071" (.180 mm) | ||
| Relief Plunger Spring | |||
| Free Length | 1.724" (43.79 mm) | ||
| Spring Pressure | 8.2 lbs. @ 1.5787" (3.7 kg @ 40.098 mm) | ||