Section 05 ENGINE (4-TEC)
Subsection 06 (LUBRICATION SYSTEM)
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1. O-rings
Inspection
If O-rings are brittle, cracked or hard, replace
them.
Clean both contact surfaces of oil cooler.
Check and clean the oil inlet and outlet area for dirt
and other contaminations.
Installation
For installation, reverse the removal procedure.
Pay attention to the following details.
Apply grease on O-rings.
Torque oil pump cover screws to 10 N•m
(89 lbf•in). Apply Loctite 243 (blue) on threads.
OIL SEPARATOR
Pressure Test
Refer to ENGINE MANAGEMENT section.
Removal
– Remove TOPS ventilation hose no. 7.
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TYPICAL — GTX 4-TEC ENGINES
1. TOPS ventilation hose
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TYPICAL — 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. 42.
– 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.
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