40. Oil Pump Assemble

1. Lubricate the following with clean engine oil.
^ The oil pump inner gear
^ The oil pump outer gear
^ The inside surface of the oil pump body
2. Install the oil pump outer and inner gears to the oil pump body.

Notice: Fill oil pump cavities with petroleum jelly prior to installation. This will ensure that there is oil pressure immediately on start-up and will prevent engine damage.

3. Fill the oil pump with petroleum jelly to prime the oil pump.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the relief valve (4), the spring (3) and the retainer (2).
Tighten the retainer to 29 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the oil pump cover to the oil pump body. Secure the cover with 5 bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.)