Mazda B-Series 1997 Workshop Manual page 272

OIL PAN, OIL PUMP
6.Measure the gap between the mounting pad and the
straightedge using a feeler gauge. Repeat the procedure
for the other mounting pad. Select spacers of the required
thickness from the chart.
Steps After Installation
1. Fill with specified amount and type of engine oil. (Refer to page D l -5.)
2. Start the engine and check for leaks.
3. Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
0.0-
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0.27-
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OIL PUMP
Note
The oil pump is only serviceable as a unit. Do not overhaul the pump.
0.0-
0.010
0.011-
0.020
REMOVAL I INSTALLATION
1. Remove the timing belt. (Refer to Section B1.)
2.
Remove the oil pump pulley. (Refer to Section B1.)
3. Remove the camshaft position sensor.
4.
Remove the oil pump, referring to Removal Note.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal, referring to Installation Note.
Removal Note
Oil pump
1. Remove the four oil Dump bolts.
I
None
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when installed in the vehicle. This can result in oil
pan damage, andlor an oil leak.
7. Install the selected spacers to the mounting pads on the
0.76 0.030
2. Pry between the cylinder block and an ear on the oil pump
to loosen.
3. Remove the oil pump and the oil pump gasket.
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rear of the oil pan before bolting the engine and transmis-
sion together.
0.78-
1.01
None
0.010
0.031-
0.040
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Caution
Failure to measure the required spacer thickness
can result i n insufficient, or excessive clearance
between the engine oil pan and the transmission,
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