Do you have to drop the engine

Hi, I'm one of the auto experts on RepairPal's Car Genius team! Great question. No, your engine does not need to be removed from the vehicle to replace the oil pump on your 2010 Acura MDX. However, the timing belt does have to be removed and requires special tools and information to reinstall properly without causing damage to your engine. Unless you are experienced with doing timing belts and have the proper tools, this is a job I would recommend leaving to the professionals. Even a small misstep on a repair like this could be cause major issues and end up costing you more money. If you would like to find a trusted, certified repair shop in your area, you can check here: https://repairpal.com/certified If you need more advice, or have any further questions about your vehicle, we’re here to help. Just give us a call at 877-913-1554