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Oil Pump Removal/Installation: Notes

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the timing chain. (See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  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 .)
    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pump Components
    G03699818Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.