Oil Pump, Engine

1996 Buick Century Sedan L4-2.2L VIN 4SECTION Oil Pump, Engine
Engine Liter/VIN 2.2L/4

All Measurements Given In Inches Unless Otherwise Specified

Gear Backlash 0.004-0.008
Gear To Body Clearance 0.0015-0.0035
Gear Endplay [01] 0.002-0.007
Gear Pocket
Depth 1.195-1.198
Diameter 1.503-1.506
Pump Gear Thickness 1.199-1.200
Pump Gear Diameter 1.498-1.500
Relief Valve To Body Clearance 0.0015-0.0035

[01] Measured between pump cover & end of gears using straightedge & feeler gauge.
RENDER: 1.0x

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