Purpose/Function
The oil pump generates hydraulic pressure in the oil line of the automatic transaxle together with supplying lubrication to powertrain related parts.
Construction
The oil pump has adopted a gear type with built-in outer and inner rotors.
The inner rotor engages with the torque converter and rotates in conjunction with the rotation of the torque converter.

Operation
When the inner rotor in the oil pump rotates, vacuum is generated in the outer rotor. As a result, ATF in the oil pan is suctioned to the oil pump. Further rotation of the inner rotor causes the inner rotor blades to push the ATF and discharge it from the oil pump.
The ATF discharge flow amount increases or decreases in proportion to the rotation speed of the inner rotor.

Oil Pump Removal/Installation
Oil PumpRear Mount Camera Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
The audio unit communicates with the rear mount camera and records the presence/non-presence
of the rear mount camera when the ignition is switched to ACC or ON (engine
off or on) after connecting the negative battery cable.
If the commander switch is installed wit ...
Evaporator Temperature Sensor [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The evaporator temperature sensor detects the airflow temperature passing
through the evaporator.
Function
The evaporator temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an
electric signal.
Construction
A thermistor-type evaporator temperature s ...
Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting
into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change
in tire speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
When driv ...