Removal & Disassembly (2.0L SOHC)
- Remove timing belt and crankshaft sprocket. See TIMING BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove oil filter, oil pressure switch, oil pan and oil screen.
- Remove oil filter bracket, front cover and oil pump assembly. Remove plug cap located on front of front cover using Plug Cap Wrench (MD998162). Remove rear cover. Mark direction of gear installation for reassembly reference.