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Part #: 10296
Made in USA. Melling high performance oil pumps provide dependable performance every time in every application under the toughest RPM conditions. The Melling 10296 high performance oil pump is a 18% high volume upgrade of the M296. The cast aluminum housing is CNC machined and hardcoat anodized. The cast iron cover is CNC machined and phosphate coated for improved pump performance and durability. The relief valve features a screw in valve plug with the optional lower stock pressure spring supplied. The oil pump and screen seals are included. Every Melling high performance oil pump is individually tested for pressure and flow under actual engine operating conditions.
Features:
- High volume performance upgrade for M295HV.
- 18% increase in volume over M295 and 10295 oil pump.
- Cast aluminum housing is CNC machined and hardcoat anodized.
- Cast aluminum housing is CNC machined and phosphate coated.
- The relief valve features a screw in valve plug.
- Includes installed +10 psi higher pressure relief spring and optional lower standard pressure relief spring.
- Uses 7/8" diameter standard bolt on screen.
- Includes O-rings for screen assembly installation.
10296 High Performance, High Volume, Standard Pressure, Anodized Hardcoat Oil Pump With Gasket
Vehicle Symptoms
- Low oil pressure gauge reading at high RPM
- Engine ticking or knocking under load
- Oil pressure warning light flickers during hard acceleration
- Oil pressure drops after prolonged high-speed driving
- Erratic oil pressure readings on track days
Diagnostic Codes
- P0520 – Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit
- P0521 – Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
- P0522 – Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Low Input
- P0523 – Engine Oil Pressure Sensor High Input
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Specifications
| Brand | Melling |
| Part Number | M00L 10296 |
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