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Removal Procedure

NOTE:

The water pump is not a serviceable item and should be replaced as an assembly.

    WARNING:

    Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  3. Remove the air outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  4. Remove the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
    5. WARNING:

    Refer to Radiator Cap Removal Warning .

  5. Remove the coolant pressure cap.
  6. Detach the inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement .
  7. Detach the outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement .
    8. Fig 1: Water Pump Housing, Heater Hoses & Retaining Clamps
    GM1949782Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Detach the heater hoses (1) from the water pump (2).
  9. Remove drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Accessory .
    10. Fig 2: Water Pump And Engine Retaining Bolts
    GM2197396Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the water pump to engine retaining bolts (1).
    11. NOTE:

    Use of a soft hammer will aid in the removal of the water pump (2).

  11. Remove the water pump (2).
  12. If replacing, remove the engine coolant thermostat housing and engine coolant thermostat. Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement , and Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement .
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