Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement

Fig 1: Oil Pump Flow Control Valve

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove Lower Oil Pan. Refer to Lower Oil Pan Replacement Remove Oil Pump Suction Pipe and Screen Assembly. Refer to Oil Pump Suction Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement
1	Electrical Connector
2	Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 5 N.m (44 lb in)
3	Oil Pump Flow Control Valve CAUTION: After removing the oil pump flow control valve, ensure the entire valve has been removed and there is no debris left in the oil pump bore. Failure to ensure the oil pump bore is free from debris may result in engine damage. NOTE: The engine should be allowed to cool for 2 hours, or until the pump is near ambient temperature or there is a high risk of breaking the oil pump flow control valve off in the bore when attempting removal.
4	O-Ring Procedure Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean engine oil.