Removing the Oil Pump and the Oil Pan on my VW Polo 6N2

#Volkswagen #Polo #6N2 #AUA #Restoration
In the 4th episode, I will deep-dive into the engine. My journey begins by trying to replace the oil pan and the oil pump. I do not want to bore you, but at the same time I think being detailed about my experience can help you. That is why I have decided to split the whole job in two different parts. Enjoy!
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[@ValentinMedvedev_Dzhnk]

hello
why you was replace it? Did it made some noise? rustle? crunk? is any sound from Timing belt?

[@javitobosch]

Hi! I think this car suffered from oil starvation for a rather long period of time, hence I believe the diesel rating. Performing preventive maintenance on other components, such us the oil pump was my next step. The gaskets around the previous oil pump was leaking already, but the oil pump itself was in good condition. timing was OK. PCV valve was completely full of this mustard-like paste.

[@dikketwigt]

Why did you change the oil pump?

[@javitobosch]

Hey @dikketwigt. Good question! The seal around the oil pan failed, so I had to replace it. While doing this job I thought it might actually be a good idea to replace the oil pump as a preventive action, knowing that it was the original one and that the car had more than 146,000km. The pump itself showed a bit of wear on the gears, but nothing unusual. It just gives me peace of mind!

[@therealspixycat]

Did you experience low oil pressure alarms? I do and have to do the same to figure out the root cause