FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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49. Oil Pump Installation

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the oil pump to the lower crankcase with the 3 bolts.
^ Tighten the 3 bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).





2. If removed, install the oil pump chain guide (1). The chain tension will have to be adjusted if the guide is removed or if the chain is replaced. Install the 2 nuts finger tight.
3. Insert a 0.5 mm (0.020 inch) feeler gauge (3) between the chain and the chain guide.
4. Adjust the chain tension by holding the chain guide against the chain with a force of 20 - 30 Newtons (4.4 - 6.6 lb.).
5. Tighten the nuts while holding this tension.





6. Install the oil pump drive chain cover (1) with the 4 bolts.
^ Tighten the 4 bolts to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
7. Install new O-rings and install the oil pump strainer to the oil pump.





8. Install and tighten the 2 strainer bolts first and then the bracket bolt.
^ Tighten the 3 bolts to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).