Removal

1. Release fuel system pressure as outlined under Technician Safety Information.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove timing belt as outlined under Timing Belt.
4. Remove water pump as outlined under Water Pump.

Fig. 25 Exploded View Of Front Case & Oil Pump:

5. Remove front case, oil pan and oil pump in numbered sequence shown in Fig. 25, marking alignment marks on outer and inner oil pump rotors for reassembly.