Oil Pump: Removal
- Raise and support vehicle. Drain engine oil. Remove timing covers and timing belt. On 4A-GEL, remove right engine mounting and front exhaust pipe. Using Oil Pan Sealant Cutter (09032-00100), remove oil pan. DO NOT use sealant cutter on pump side. DO NOT damage pan flange.
- Remove oil strainer mount bolts and strainer. Remove dipstick and tube. Remove oil pump by tapping pump body with plastic hammer. Disassemble pump cover, drive gear, driven gear, oil seal and relief valve. See Figure.