Oil Pick Up/Strainer: Service and Repair

Oil Pump Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Drain the engine oil.





3. Remove the oil pan bolts.
4. Remove the oil pan.





5. Remove the oil intake pipe bolts.
6. Remove the oil intake pipe.
7. Remove the oil intake pipe O-ring.
8. Clean the gasket surfaces.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the oil pump pipe O-ring.
2. Install the oil pump pipe.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the oil pump pipe bolts.
^ Tighten the oil pickup tube bolts - L81 to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).





Important: Application of the RTV and the oil pan alignment is critical.

4. Install the oil pan.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Refill the engine with 4.73 L (5 qt) of oil.
7. Start the vehicle and inspect for leaks and correct oil pressure.