How to in install the oil pump drive O-ring?

1995 OLDSMOBILE CIERA
60 MILES • 3.1L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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HENRY GEORGE TEAS JUNIOR
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How to in install the oil pump drive O-ring?
Feb 2, 2023 at 7:05 AM
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Please warm the O ring to 150 degrees, this will help you stretch it over the oil pump drive housing. Also check out the images below for more instructions on the oil pump. Please upload a short video of the problem if these instructions do not help.
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Feb 2, 2023 at 11:52 AM
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HENRY GEORGE TEAS JUNIOR
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Yes that part was helpful but how to remove oil pump drive unit in order to install o ring?
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Feb 4, 2023 at 8:30 AM
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You need to remove the mounting bolt and hold it down first, then use a flat blade screwdriver to help wedge it under the bulkhead of the drive. If you can't get it to move sometimes the unit can get stuck because of engine sludge.
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Feb 4, 2023 at 12:40 PM