How to Replace an Oil Pump

Parts needed: Suggest Parts

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.

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Open the hood and locate the vehicle’s oil dip stick. edit step - submit photo

Remove the oil dip stick. edit step - submit photo

Run the engine for a minute. edit step - submit photo

Position vehicle safely on ramps or jack stands (level surface with rear wheels chalked). edit step - submit photo

Remove the oil fill cap on the engine. edit step - submit photo

Remove the oil drain plug located below the engine. edit step - submit photo

Completely drain the dirty oil into the drain pan. edit step - submit photo

Remove the oil pan to gain access to the oil pan gasket. edit step - submit photo

Remove the oil pan gasket using a gasket scraper tool. edit step - submit photo

Clean the engine block mounting surface with a rag and scraper tool. edit step - submit photo

Using the proper tools, locate and remove engine oil pump. edit step - submit photo

Install new engine oil pump and torque to the manufacturer’s specifications. edit step - submit photo

Place the new oil pan gasket over the pan. edit step - submit photo

Re-install the oil pan back onto the engine block. edit step - submit photo

Add engine oil to manufacturer’s capacity specification. edit step - submit photo

Install the engine oil cap and start the engine. edit step - submit photo

Check the oil after running the engine ensuring that the level is correct and no leaks are present. edit step - submit photo

Re-check engine oil pressure to verify the repair. edit step - submit photo

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