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Oil Pump: Assembly

  1. Using the ST, install the front oil seal.

    ST 499587100 OIL SEAL INSTALLER

    NOTE: Use a new front oil seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Front Oil Seal Using Oil Seal Installer ST499587100
    G04997893Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Apply a coat of engine oil to the inner rotor and outer rotor.
  3. Install the inner rotor and outer rotor.
  4. Assemble the oil relief valve and install relief valve spring and plug.
    NOTE: Use a new gasket.
  5. Install the oil pump cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 5.4 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.0 ft-lb) 

    T2: 44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pump Related Components With Torque Specification
    G10265615Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.