Pump, Water: Removal: 3.6L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Dodge Charger and 2015 Dodge Charger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

The water pump on 3.6L engines is bolted directly to the engine timing chain case cover.

Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
Remove the air cleaner body. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL, 3.6L .
Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
WARNING:
Constant tension hose clamps are used on most cooling system hoses. When removing or installing, use only tools designed for servicing this type of clamp. Always wear safety glasses when servicing constant tension clamps.

Fig 1: Lower Heater Hose, Lower Radiator Hose & Tension Clamps
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

CAUTION:
A number or letter is stamped into the tongue of constant tension clamps (4). If replacement is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp with matching number or letter.
Remove the lower heater hose (1) from the water pump.
Remove the lower radiator hose (3) from the water pump.

Fig 2: Idler Pulley, Water Pump & Bolts
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
Remove idler pulley (4). Refer to PULLEY, IDLER, REMOVAL .
Remove the eleven water pump mounting bolts. Take notice to the four water pump M6 bolts (2) that bolt directly to the timing cover.
CAUTION:
Do not pry on the water pump at the timing chain case/cover. The machined surfaces may be damaged resulting in leaks.
Remove water pump (1) and discard gasket.