Purpose/Function
The oil pump generates hydraulic pressure in the oil line of the automatic transaxle together with supplying lubrication to powertrain related parts.
Construction
The oil pump has adopted a gear type with built-in outer and inner rotors.
The inner rotor engages with the torque converter and rotates in conjunction with the rotation of the torque converter.

Operation
When the inner rotor in the oil pump rotates, vacuum is generated in the outer rotor. As a result, ATF in the oil pan is suctioned to the oil pump. Further rotation of the inner rotor causes the inner rotor blades to push the ATF and discharge it from the oil pump.
The ATF discharge flow amount increases or decreases in proportion to the rotation speed of the inner rotor.

Oil Pump Removal/Installation
Oil PumpRear Door Trim Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order shown in the figure.
1
Switch panel cover
2
Power window subswitch.
3
Fastener
4
Rear door trim
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Suspension Features
Improved rigidity and handling stability
A strut type front suspension adopted
E-type multi-link rear suspension adopted
For the front/rear crossmembers, the welded flange has been eliminated
(flange-less), the cross-section expa ...
Front Door Key Cylinder Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the service hole cover.
3. Detach the screw from the front door key cylinder.
NOTE:
The screw cannot be removed because the front outer handle bracket has a
stopper which prevents the screw from falling.
4. While pre ...