OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT.)
3. Remove the oil pan. (See OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Inspect the engine oil level. (See ENGINE OIL INSPECTION.)
7. Start the engine and inspect for oil leakage.
8. Inspect the oil pressure. (See OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION.)


Oil Pump Sprocket Removal / Installation Note
Install the SST
to the oil pump sprocket to stop the oil pump from turn in.

Oil pan
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Discharge headlight bulb service warnings
To prevent electrical shock when replacing the discharge headlight bulb,
dry hands thoroughly, and carry out work in an area out of rain.
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Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but
it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usual
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