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2004 Chevy Silverado
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2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
140,008 MILES
What causes a oil pump to go out?
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 AT 12:24 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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They do wear, but usually last longer than 140K. The primary reason is from dirt. Also, keep in mind, the pump pressure is created by the engine bearings and not the pump itself. Also, the pick up screen can plug and cause a loss of pressure.
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