Oil Pressure Regulator, Checking

Oil Pressure Regulator, Checking





Remove:
- battery earth lead
- alternator drive belt
- servo pump and (if fitted) AC compressor drive belts





Detach alternator bracket from cylinder block
Tie up bracket out of way..





Remove relief valve
Remove plug over spring.

Remove spring and plunger.





Clean and inspect components
Check plunger for wear.

Measure spring length:
Length, unloaded 47.6 mm (1.87 in)
44 ± 4 N (10 ± 0.9 lb) 32.0 mm (1.25 in)
61 ± 6 N (14 ± 1.4 lb) 26.0 mm (1.02 in)





Install relief valve
Fit new sealing washer.

Tighten to 40 ± 4 Nm (29.5 ± 3 ft.lb).





Install:
- alternator bracket
- all drive belts
- battery earth lead





Check operation/inspect for leaks
Test run engine.