LUBRICATION(H4SO) > Oil Pump

INSPECTION

1. TIP CLEARANCE

Measure the tip clearance of rotors. If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace rotors as a matched set.

Tip clearance:

Standard:

0.04 — 0.14 mm (0.0016 — 0.0055 in)

Service limit:

0.18 mm (0.0071 in)

2. CASE CLEARANCE

Measure the clearance between outer rotor and oil pump case. If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace the rotor.

Case clearance:

Standard:

0.10 — 0.175 mm (0.0039 — 0.0069 in)

Service limit:

0.20 mm (0.0079 in)

3. SIDE CLEARANCE

Measure the clearance between oil pump inner rotor and oil pump cover. If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace rotor or oil pump case.

Side clearance:

Standard:

0.02 — 0.07 mm (0.0008 — 0.0028 in)

Service limit:

0.12 mm (0.0047 in)

4. OIL RELIEF VALVE

Check the valve for assembly condition and damage, and the relief valve spring for damage and deterioration. Replace the parts if defective.

Relief valve spring

SOHC MODEL

Free length:

72.8 mm (2.866 in)

Installed length:

54.7 mm (2.154 in)

Load when installed:

81.3 N (8.28 kgf, 18.23 lb)

DOHC MODEL

Free length:

73.7 mm (2.902 in)

Installed length:

54.7 mm (2.154 in)

Load when installed:

93.1 N (9.49 kgf, 20.88 lb)

5. OIL PUMP CASE

Check the oil pump case for worn shaft hole, clogged oil passage, worn rotor chamber, cracks and other faults.

6. OIL SEAL

Check the oil seal lips for deformation, hardening, wear, etc. and replace if defective.