The oil pump is driven by the
A. Camshaft
B. Alternator shaft
C. Crankshaft via drive belt
D. Crankshaft directly
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
In most engines the oil pump is driven by a gear attached to the crankshaft.This is no always a direct drive, sometimes on older engines, the pump was driven by the camshaft gears or even the idler gear.
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