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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Oil Pump: Installation
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
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- Prime oil pump before installation by filling rotor cavity with clean engine oil.
- Install oil pump and gasket carefully over the crankshaft. Position pump onto block and tighten bolts to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.) (Figure ).
- Install new O-ring on oil pickup tube.
- Install oil pickup tube.
- Install oil pan. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Install crankshaft sprocket. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Install timing belt. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Install the timing belt covers. (Refer to TIMING BELT/CHAIN COVER(S) - INSTALLATION )
- Install the crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Install the accessory drive belts. (Refer to DRIVE BELTS )
- Fill the cooling system. (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - COOLING SYSTEM FILLING )
- Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to the correct level.
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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.