Oil Pump: Description

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Description
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The oil pump is located in the pump housing inside the bell housing of the transaxle case (Fig 1). The oil pump consists of an inner and outer gear, a housing, and a cover that also serves as the reaction shaft support.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Oil Pump Assembly
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