D24 - Oil pump screw plug leakage

[Maciek4530]

Hi!

It's my 2nd post on this fourm. After 700km after headgasket (and 2 years of sitting of this 240 from 1992) my only leak is from this plug. I think it's only place that i didn't reseal when i work on that engine (seals, orings, gaskets etc.)

I find that screw on catalogue scheme and greenbook but still i have questions:

- Can i remove it with oil in car? It will drip a lot of oil or just few drips? Of course on normal oil level and cold engine.

- If i remove screw (volvo 1328241) plunger (?) and spring will fell out? Can i put them in place without removing oil pump (so basically whole engine)?
Don't want to remve whole engine right now before winter at my driveway.

- There is any chance to put those parts backwards or both can be installed in different orientation?

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[Maciek4530]

Anyone?

[ngoma]

Originally Posted by Maciek4530

- Can i remove it with oil in car? It will drip a lot of oil or just few drips? Of course on normal oil level and cold engine.

This is theoretical as I have not done this but: If you have the car raised in the front (on jackstands or ramps) the oil level should be below the hole.

Originally Posted by Maciek4530

- If i remove screw (volvo 1328241) plunger (?) and spring will fell out? Can i put them in place without removing oil pump (so basically whole engine)?
Don't want to remve whole engine right now before winter at my driveway.

- There is any chance to put those parts backwards or both can be installed in different orientation?

Remove it slowly and keep track of orientations. Take photos. Have a helper who can assist with the visuals.