GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 186750  Size: SH
  1. Clean all of the parts in cleaning solvent. Dry the parts with compressed air.
  2. Inspect the following areas:
  3. • The oil pump housing and cover for cracks, scoring (3), casting imperfections, and damaged threads.
    • The drive gear shaft (5). If the shaft is loose in the oil pump housing, replace the oil pump.
    • The pressure relief valve for scoring and sticking. Burrs may be removed with a fine oil stone.
    • The relief valve spring for loss of tension.
    • The oil pump screen for broken wire mesh or looseness. If the pipe is loose or has been removed from the screen, the oil pump screen must be replaced.
    • The gears for chipping, galling, and wear (1, 2).

       Important: If the drive gear and driveshaft are worn, replace the entire oil pump.

    • The drive gear and driveshaft for looseness and wear.