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How to Replace an Oil Pump

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Oil Pan Gasket Oil Filter
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Tools needed: Suggest Tools
Drain Pan Socket and Ratchet Set
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Estimated Costs:

DIY Costs
Est. $244.46 parts only
Shop Costs
Est. $609.68 in parts and labor
Costs are based on averages for all vehicles.

Guide Steps

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Open the hood and locate the vehicle’s oil dip stick. edit step - submit photo
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Remove the oil dip stick. edit step - submit photo
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Run the engine for a minute. edit step - submit photo
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Position vehicle safely on ramps or jack stands (level surface with rear wheels chalked). edit step - submit photo
Jack stands supporting the vehicle from both sides
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Remove the oil fill cap on the engine. edit step - submit photo
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Remove the oil drain plug located below the engine. edit step - submit photo
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Completely drain the dirty oil into the drain pan. edit step - submit photo
Draining Dirty Engine Oil
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Remove the oil pan to gain access to the oil pan gasket. edit step - submit photo
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Remove the oil pan gasket using a gasket scraper tool. edit step - submit photo
Oil pan bolts shown that need to be removed for oil pan removal
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Clean the engine block mounting surface with a rag and scraper tool.  edit step - submit photo
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Using the proper tools, locate and remove engine oil pump. edit step - submit photo
Oil pump and pickup screen
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Install new engine oil pump and torque to the manufacturer’s specifications. edit step - submit photo
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Place the new oil pan gasket over the pan. edit step - submit photo
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Re-install the oil pan back onto the engine block. edit step - submit photo
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Add engine oil to manufacturer’s capacity specification. edit step - submit photo
Filling engine with oil
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Install the engine oil cap and start the engine. edit step - submit photo
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Check the oil after running the engine ensuring that the level is correct and no leaks are present. edit step - submit photo
Checking Engine Oil Level
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Re-check engine oil pressure to verify the repair. edit step - submit photo
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