Engine Oil Pump - Inspection

INSPECTION

NOTE: DO NOT inspect the oil relief valve assembly. If the oil relief valve is suspect, replace the oil pump.










1. Disassemble oil pump. Engine Oil Pump - Disassembly
2. Clean all parts thoroughly. Mating surface of the oil pump housing should be smooth. Replace pump cover if scratched or grooved.
3. Lay a straightedge (1) across the pump cover (3) surface. If a 0.025 mm (0.001 in.) feeler gauge can be inserted between cover and straight edge, cover should be replaced.





4. Measure thickness and diameter of outer rotor. If outer rotor thickness measures 14.299 mm (0.563 in.) or less , or if the diameter is 79.78 mm (3.141 inches.) or less, replace outer rotor.





5. If inner rotor measures 14.299 mm (0.563 in.) or less replace inner rotor.










6. Slide outer rotor (2) into body, press to one side with fingers and measure clearance between rotor and body. If measurement is 0.39 mm (0.015 inch.) or more, replace body only if outer rotor is in specifications.










7. Install inner rotor into body. If clearance between inner (3) and outer rotors (2) is 0.20 mm (0.008 inch.) or more, replace both rotors.










8. Place a straightedge (1) across the face of the body, between bolt holes. If a feeler gauge of 0.077 mm (0.003 in.) or more can be inserted between rotors and the straightedge, replace pump assembly ONLY if rotors are in specs.

9. Assemble oil pump. Engine Oil Pump - Assembly