BCBC 95-S3 Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube and Screen

Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube and Screen

This Melling pickup tube and oil screen assembly is a standard replacement for the engine oiling system. It helps deliver oil to the pump while screening out debris that can affect oil flow and pressure.

Key Features

• Galvanized steel tube and screen construction for durable service in the oiling system.
• Molded assembly design with a 0.5-inch inside diameter and 29.0-inch tube length.
• 2.97-inch screen face diameter for oil pickup coverage.
• Standard replacement grade for service work on compatible applications.
• Made in the USA.

Detailed Description

Part number 95-S3 is an engine oil pump pickup tube and screen assembly from Melling’s Stock line. It is built to supply oil to the pump while filtering contaminants that can enter the lubrication system from engine wear or extended oil change intervals. Melling recommends replacing the pickup tube and screen during oil pump service, and this part is listed for use with the M-95HV oil pump on a wide range of GM applications, including Buick Century, Chevrolet Cavalier, and Pontiac 6000 models. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 601-1557, D-95S3) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Restricted oil pickup caused by debris in the screen.
• Oil flow issues related to contamination in the lubrication system.
• Pressure loss from a worn or clogged pickup assembly.
• Service replacement during oil pump installation.
• Engine wear concerns tied to poor oil supply.

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this pickup tube and screen as part of the oil pump service procedure. Verify the application uses the M-95HV oil pump and confirm the pickup assembly is properly seated and installed before closing the engine. The fitment list includes 1980-1989 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Cadillac applications, with exact model coverage varying by year.

Quality Assurance

Melling identifies this as a new pickup tube and oil screen assembly made in the USA. The Stock line is presented as a standard replacement option for service applications where the oil pump pickup assembly is being renewed.