Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Lexus SC 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Oil Pump: Disassembly
- REMOVE FRONT OIL PUMP BODY O-RING
- Remove the O-ring from the oil pump.
- FIX OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY
- Place the oil pump body on the torque converter clutch.
- REMOVE CLUTCH DRUM OIL SEAL RING
- Remove the 3 oil seal rings.
- REMOVE STATOR SHAFT ASSEMBLY
- Remove the 14 bolts and stator shaft from the oil pump body.
- REMOVE FRONT OIL PUMP BODY O-RING
- Remove the O-ring from the oil pump body.
- Remove the oil pump body from the torque converter clutch.
- INSPECT FRONT OIL PUMP BODY SUB-ASSEMBLY (See INSPECTION )
- INSPECT STATOR SHAFT ASSEMBLY (See INSPECTION )
- INSPECT CLEARANCE OF OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY (See INSPECTION )
- REMOVE FRONT OIL PUMP DRIVE GEAR
- Remove the drive gear.
- REMOVE FRONT OIL PUMP DRIVEN GEAR
- Remove the driven gear.
- REMOVE FRONT OIL PUMP OIL SEAL
- Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal.NOTE: Do not damage the bushing and oil pump body.
- Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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