The oil pump screen should even be visible to you unless you are removing the oil pan. It only blocks fairly large debris and if you have that problem you have a much larger problem somwhere. If you suspect build up is a problem try running Gunk Engine cleaner before your next oil change. Make sure you follow the directions. It' s an actual additive you add to the engine before an oil change. Run the engine 5 minutes, no more. Then drain, oil replace filter and refill. If your having oil pressure problems there is something else wrong though as this is very difficult to clog unless you have broken something in the engine.
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The oil pump screen should even be visible to you unless you are removing the oil pan. It only blocks fairly large debris and if you have that problem you have a much larger problem somwhere. If you suspect build up is a problem try running Gunk Engine cleaner before your next oil change. Make sure you follow the directions. It' s an actual additive you add to the engine before an oil change. Run the engine 5 minutes, no more. Then drain, oil replace filter and refill. If your having oil pressure problems there is something else wrong though as this is very difficult to clog unless you have broken something in the engine.