1998 1/2 Econoline 7.3L Turbo Diesel
High-Pressure Oil Pump, 1998-1/2Special Service Tool(s)
Oil Suction Gun 303-D104 (D94T-9000-A) or Equivalent.
High-Pressure Line Disconnect Tool 303-625.
Removal
1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and the air inlet duct; for additional information.
2. Remove the turbocharger compressor manifold.
3. Remove the fuel fitter/water separator assembly.
4. Remove the high-pressure oil pump reservoir plug.
5. Using the Oil Suction Gun remove the oil from the high-pressure oil pump reservoir.
6. Using the High-Pressure Line Disconnect Tool, remove the hoses from the high-pressure oil pump.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pressure regulator.
8. Remove the bolts and the cover from the engine front cover. Position the wiring harness aside.
9. Remove the drive gear bolt and washer from the drive gear.
10. Remove the bolts and the high-pressure oil pump from the engine front cover. Remove and discard the gasket.
11. Note: If the high-pressure oil pump is to be replaced, remove the oil pressure regulator from the pump. Remove the oil pressure regulator from the oil pump.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Make sure that the drive gear is fully seated on the high-pressure oil pump before installing the bolt and washer. Otherwise, the drive gear may not seat properly, causing binding or slippage resulting in a no oil flow condition.
Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.