Oil pump - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the sump.
2 Unscrew the bolt securing the pick-up tube and strainer to the cylinder block (see illustration).
30.2 Unscrewing the oil pick-up tube securing bolt
3 Using a suitable splined socket, unscrew the two securing bolts and withdraw the oil pump and strainer (see illustration).
30.3 Unscrewing an oil pump securing bolt
4 If desired, the hexagon-shaped driveshaft can be withdrawn, but note which way round it is fitted (see illustration).
30.4 Withdrawing the oil pump driveshaft
The driveshaft
engages with the lower end of the distributor
driveshaft.
5 Thoroughly clean the mating faces of the oil pump and cylinder block.
Refitting
6 Commence refitting by inserting the oil
pump driveshaft into the cylinder block in its
previously noted position.
7 Prime the pump by injecting oil into it and turning it by hand.
8 Fit the pump, insert the securing bolts, and tighten them to the specified torque.
9 Fit the pick-up tube securing bolt and tighten it.
10 Refit the sump.
See also:
Manual transmission oil level check (Every 12 000 miles or 12
months)
1 With the car on level ground wipe the area
around the filler plug, then unscrew the plug
using a socket spanner, or on later versions a
suitable Torx or Allen key or socket bit, as
applicable. A ...
Fuses and relays
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing an ...
Fuel pressure regulator - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1 before
proceeding.
2.0 litre SOHC models
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Slowly loosen the fuel feed union to relieve
the pressure in the ...
