Oil Pump Assembly

1992 Saturn SL AutomaticSECTION Oil Pump Assembly
  • Orifice cup plug restricted or damaged. Clean and inspect orifice for blockage.
  • Solenoid "O" ring damaged or missing. Check and replace "O" ring if necessary.
  • Oil pump wear plate or gasket mispositioned or damaged. Check and replace wear plate or gasket.
  • Improper torque on oil pump-to-converter housing bolts. Tighten bolts to specifications.
  • Turbine shaft seals damaged. Check and replace seals.
  • Converter clutch valve stuck or assembled backwards or retaining ring mispositioned. Check and repair as necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.