Removal & Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain engine oil and coolant. Remove oil pan, oil pump strainer and timing chain cover. See OIL PUMP under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Loosen oil pump chain guide bolts. Remove oil pump from crankcase.
NOTE:
DO NOT remove oil pump sprocket or bolt.