For 1990-2009 cars only
- Inspect the following for the excessive wear or damage:
- Measure the radial clearance between the oil pump outer gear and the oil pump body using a feeler gage.
- Measure the side clearance between the oil pump gears and a straightedge using a feeler gage.
| • | The oil pump outer gear |
| • | The oil pump inner gear |
| • | The oil pump cover |
| • | The oil pump body |
Replace the oil pump outer gear and/or oil pump if the clearance exceeds 0.310 mm (0.0122 in).
Replace the gears if the clearance exceeds 0.15 mm (0.0059 in).
