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Oil Pump Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the timing chain. (See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Oil Pump
    G01197326Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  5. Start the engine and inspect for engine oil leakage.
  6. Inspect the oil pressure. (See OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION  .)