Rover DEFENDER 300Tdi, Workshop Manual

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ENGINE
24 REPAIR
Refit
8. Fit oil pump rotors in front cover.
9. Apply a bead of RTV sealant around retaining
plate.
10. Fit oil pump retaining plate to front cover,
securely tighten screws.
11. Fit front cover to cylinder block. See Front
cover gasket
OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
Service repair no - 12.60.56
Remove
1. Remove engine oil sump. See Engine oil
sump
2. Unscrew relief valve retaining plug from base of
front cover.
3. Withdraw valve spring and plunger and check for
wear.
Valve spring free length, 68.00 mm (2.68 in).
NOTE: If the valve plunger sleeve is badly
worn, pitted or scored, a new front cover
must be fitted.
See Front cover gasket
Always renew valve spring and plunger as a pair.
Refit
4. Insert valve plunger and spring into sleeve in
front cover and secure with retaining plug.
5. Fit engine oil sump. See Engine oil sump