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Oil Pump: Testing and Inspection





1. Radial clearance between oil pump outer gear and oil pump body using a feeler gage. If clearance exceeds 0.310 mm (0.0122 inch), replace oil pump outer gear and/or oil pump body as necessary.





2. Side clearance between the oil pump gears and a straightedge using a feeler gage. If clearance exceeds 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch), replace the gears as necessary.