71. Oil Pump Clean and Inspect
Oil Pump Cleaning and InspectionCleaning Procedure
1. Clean the oil pump components with non-corrosive solvent.
2. Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Service Precautions.
Dry the oil pump components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
1. Important: The internal parts of the oil pump are not serviced separately. If wear or damage is noted, replace the entire pump assembly.
Inspect the oil pump body for cracks, scoring, casting imperfections and damaged threads.
2. Inspect the oil pump cover for cracks, scoring and casting imperfections.
3. Inspect the oil pump driven gear for chipping, galling or wear.
4. Inspect the oil pump drive gear for chipping, galling or wear.
5. Inspect the oil pump drive spacer for chipping, galling or wear.
6. Inspect the oil pump relief components for embedded particles and/or damage.