Enhance Your Vehicle's Performance with a Reliable Oil Pump Assembly

An oil pump assembly is an essential component of your vehicle's lubrication system. Its primary function is to circulate engine oil under pressure to the bearings, pistons, and camshaft, ensuring that all engine components are adequately lubricated ?. By maintaining the right oil flow, the pump helps minimize friction, reduce wear and tear, and maintain optimal engine temperature.

Why Is This Part Needed?

Without a properly functioning oil pump, your engine is at risk of damage due to insufficient lubrication. The constant movement and heat generated during engine operation require a steady oil supply to prevent overheating and to ensure smooth operation. An efficient oil pump keeps your engine running smoothly by distributing oil effectively and ensuring that it reaches even the most inaccessible parts of your engine.

How Does It Work?

This crucial component utilizes pressure to direct oil from the sump to various parts of the engine. As the engine operates, the oil pump, driven by the crankshaft or camshaft, uses gear or rotor mechanisms to create pressure, pushing oil through the filter and into the engine block, cylinder head, and other parts, maintaining the engine's health and longevity.

Consequences of a Broken Oil Pump

Should the oil pump fail, the consequences can be severe ?. The most immediate effect will be a drop in oil pressure, resulting in inadequate lubrication. Without this essential lubricant, engine components will experience increased friction and heat, leading to accelerated wear, potential engine seizure, or catastrophic failure. Warning signs include low oil pressure warnings, increased engine temperature, and noise from the engine due to increased friction.

Compatible Models

• Navara
• Pathfinder
• Navara Np300
• Np300 Navara
• Np300 Frontier
• Frontier
• Terra