Water Pump: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Use pipe sealant on studs No. 4 and No. 6.

Install the water pump with a new gasket.
- Install a 135.5 mm stud at location No. 5 and tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Install a 137 mm stud at locations No. 4, 6, 7 and 8, and tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Install the water pump with a new gasket.
- Tighten the nuts and bolts in the sequence shown.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Water Pump Bolt
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Install the water pump pulley.

Fig 2: Identifying Tightening Torque Of Water Pump Pulley Bolt
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Install the generator support bracket.

Fig 3: Identifying Tightening Torque Of Generator Support Bracket Bolt
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Install the idler pulley.

Fig 4: Identifying Tightening Torque Of Idler Pulley
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Lower the engine and remove the special tools.

Fig 5: Identifying Lifting Eye
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Position the water pump outlet tube and install the bolt.

Fig 6: Identifying Water Pump Outlet Tube Bolt
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Connect the water bypass and heater hose.

Fig 7: Connecting Water Bypass And Heater Hose
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Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Install the engine mount nuts.

Fig 8: Identifying Engine Mount Nut Tightening Torque
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Connect the lower radiator hose.

Fig 9: Connecting Lower Radiator Hose
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Lower the vehicle.
Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE .
Fill the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .