Sump and oil pump - removal and refitting

Engine repair procedures - 1.6 and 1.8 litre 8 valve / Sump and oil pump - removal and refitting

Modification: From August 1985, a larger sump is fitted thereby increasing engine oil capacity. If renewing the sump, ensure that one of identical capacity is fitted Removal
1 If the engine is in the vehicle then drain the engine oil. Note that the sump plug has an O-ring which must be renewed (see illustration).

13.1 Sump, oil pump and oil filter components - fuel injection engine

2 Undo the sump retaining bolts and remove the sump from the lower face of the crankcase. Remove the sump gasket which must also be renewed.

3 To remove the oil pump, undo the two retaining bolts and lower the pump unit, complete with the oil pick-up pipe and strainer.

Refitting
4 To refit the pump, ensure that the mating faces are clean, locate it in position and fit and tighten the securing bolts to the specified torque.

5 Locate the new sump gasket but do not apply an adhesive sealant. Refit the sump and tighten the retaining bolts evenly to the specified torque.

6 Refit the oil drain plug with O-ring and tighten it to the specified torque.