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Installation Procedure

  1. Install a NEW water pump seal.
    Fig 1: Identifying Water Pump Components
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  2. Install the water pump.
  3. Install the NEW water pump bolts and hand tighten the water pump bolts.
    CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Tighten the water pump bolts in sequence.
    Fig 2: Water Pump Bolts Tightening Sequence
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    1. On the initial pass, tighten the bolts in sequence to 10 (89 lb in).
    2. On the second pass, tighten the bolts in sequence to 10 (89 lb in).
    3. On the final pass, tighten the bolts in sequence shown an additional 45°.
  5. Install the water pump pulley bolts.
    Fig 3: Locating Water Pump Pulley & Bolts
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  6. Use the EN 46104  tool in order to retain the water pump pulley.
    Fig 4: View Of EN 46104 Installed On Water Pump Pulley
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  7. Install the water pump pulley bolts and tighten to 10 (89 lb in).
  8. Install the right engine strut mount. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .
  9. Install the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Side .
  10. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  11. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) .