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Tools Required

SA91101NE Feeler Gauge Set


    Object Number: 871609  Size: SH
  1. Inspect the body clearance:
  2. 1.1. Using a feeler gauge Service Tool SA91101NE or equivalent, measure the clearance between the driven rotor and pump body.

    Body to Side Clearance

        • Standard: 0.150-0.277 mm (0.006-0.011 in)
        • Service Limit: 0.277 mm (0.011 in) max
    1.2. If the clearance is greater than the maximum, replace the oil pump rotor set.

    Object Number: 871639  Size: SH
  3. Inspect the tip clearance:
  4. Using a SA91101NE , measure the clearance between both rotor tips.

    Clearance:
    Standard: 0.150 mm (0.006 in) max


    Object Number: 871641  Size: SH
  5. Inspect the end-to-end clearance:
  6. Using a SA91101NE or equivalent or Plastigage® or equivalent, measure the clearance between the side of the gerotor assembly and the cover plate.

    End-to-End Clearance

        • Standard: 0.040-0.125 mm (0.0016-0.0049 in)
        • Service Limit: 0.128 mm (0.005 in) max