Section 05 ENGINE (4-TEC)
Subsection 06 (LUBRICATION SYSTEM)
R1503motr374A
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RXP 4-TEC ENGINES
1. TOPS ventilation hose
– Disconnect wiring harness from TOPS valve
no. 8 and OSPS no. 9.
– Detach air silencer from throttle body.
– Disconnect battery cables and vent tube then
remove battery. Refer to BATTERY in CHARG-
ING SYSTEM section for proper procedures.
– Remove retaining screws no. 10 and no. 11.
– Place rags under cover to prevent spillage. If
spillage occurs, clean immediately with the pul-
ley flange cleaner (P/N 413 711 809) to prevent
stains.
WARNING
Wear safety glasses and work in a well venti-
lated area when working with strong chem-
ical products. Also wear suitable non-ab-
sorbent gloves to protect your hands.
– Remove suction pump cover with oil separator.
– Remove oil strainer no. 12.
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R1503motr120A
TYPICAL — GTX 4-TEC ENGINES
1. Oil strainer
R1503motr370A
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TYPICAL — RXP 4-TEC ENGINES
1. Oil strainer
Cleaning and Inspection
Clean oil strainer with a part cleaner then use an
air gun to dry it.
WARNING
Always wear eye protector. Chemicals can
cause a rash break out in and an injury to your
eyes.
Inspect rubber rings no. 13 and no. 14.
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