Montero LS 4WD V6-2972cc 3.0L SOHC 24 Valve (1996)
Oil Pump: Service and Repair
NOTE: Oil pan and oil pickup tube must be removed prior to removing oil pump.
1. Remove engine assembly as outlined under Engine.
2. Remove timing belt as outlined under Timing Belt.
Fig. 41 Oil Pan & Pump Replacement
3. Remove oil pan and pump assembly in numbered sequence as shown, Fig. 41.
4. Reverse procedure to install, Fig. 41, noting the following: