Section 145 (2.7L Engine (Service Information)): Lubrication: Operation
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Oil from the oil pan is pumped by a gerotor type oil pump directly coupled to the crankshaft (Fig 1). Oil pressure is controlled by a relief valve mounted inside the oil pump housing. See (Fig 1-Fig 6 ) for engine oil lubrication circuits.