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.
Oil Pump: Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal. Perform the following.
- Apply liquid gasket to the matching surfaces of oil pump.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or equivalent
- Replace the O-ring (A) with a new one.
- Apply a coat of engine oil to the inside of oil seal.
- Position the oil pump, aligning the notched area with the crankshaft, and push the oil pump straight.CAUTION:
- Make sure the oil seal lip is not folded.
- Be careful not to scratch oil seal when installing oil pump on cylinder block.
- Install the oil pump.
- Apply a coat of liquid gasket to the 3 bolts of oil pump.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or equivalent
Tightening torque:
6.4 N.m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
NO RELATED
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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.