Vacuum Pump - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Remove the engine cover (1).





2. Remove the air cleaner body (6) Air Cleaner Body - Removal.





3. Disconnect the PCV hose (1) from the intake manifold.
4. Disconnect the vent hose (3) from the oil filler neck.
5. Remove three bolts (2) and remove the oil separator housing (4) from the cylinder head cover.






CAUTION: When servicing components near the vacuum pump, avoid contact with the plastic nipple that connects the vacuum pump to the brake booster hose. It is possible to crack the plastic nipple resulting in a brake booster vacuum leak.

6. Remove the battery (4) Battery - Removal.





7. Remove two bolts (2), one nut (3) and reposition the oil separator housing bracket (1).






NOTE: Oil may leak from the vacuum pump drive when the pump is removed. Place a shop towel under the pump to prevent oil leakage onto the engine or transmission assembly.

8. Disconnect the vacuum line at the pump (1).
9. Remove the vacuum pump mounting bolts (2) and the vacuum pump (1).





10. Remove and discard the vacuum pump gasket (1). Note the location of the pump drive tab.





11. If required, remove the screw (1) and the vacuum fitting (2).





12. The vacuum fitting O-ring seal (1) can be reused if not damaged.