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Side clearance

Using straightedge (1) and thickness gauge (2), measure side clearance of inner rotor.

If side clearance is out of specification, replace oil pump assembly.

Oil pump side clearance for oil pump inner rotor 

Standard: 0.035 - 0.070 mm (0.0014 - 0.0027 in.) 

Fig 1: Measuring Side Clearance Of Inner Rotor
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