Oil pump location and replacement instructions needed

1999 FORD F-150
220,000 MILES • 4.2L • V6 • 2WD • MANUAL
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JAMES LETTS
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Where is the oil pump, is it in the pan, and how hard is it to change?
Apr 27, 2021 at 11:36 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

The pump is external in the housing that holds the oil filter. There are 2 gears there that make up the oil pump.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/high-or-low-engine-oil-pressure

The oil pressure relief valve is in the front cover which will require removal of the front cover.

I attached the procedure below for you for the repair.

How hard? If you have never done one, it will be hard. It is involved. The book time at a shop is 4 to 5 hours plus parts.

Roy

Apr 27, 2021 at 12:36 PM
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JAMES LETTS
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Thank you. I am not a mechanic i was able to do the fuel pump myself but this i might be better off at a shop. solid engine at 220,000 still worth the investment.
Apr 27, 2021 at 1:33 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Roy
Apr 27, 2021 at 1:34 PM