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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump Pipe Components
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  1. Inspect the mounting surface (1) for possible leakage paths.
  2. Inspect the oil pump pipe tube (2) for cracks, imperfections and/or damage.
  3. Inspect the oil pump pipe support bracket (3) for cracks or damage.
  4. Inspect the oil pump screen (4) for blockage, foreign material, tears, cracks and/or damage.