Engine & Automatic Transmission Cooling System: Engine: Pump-Water: Installation: 4.7L

Fig 1: View Of Water Pump & Bolt Tightening Sequence - 3.7L/4.7L - Typical

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1 - WATER PUMP

2 - TIMING CHAIN COVER

1. Clean gasket mating surfaces.
2. Using a new gasket, position water pump and install mounting bolts as shown. See Fig 1. For appropriate bolt tightening specification, refer to FASTENER IDENTIFICATION .
3. Spin water pump to be sure that pump impeller does not rub against timing chain case/cover.
4. Connect radiator lower hose to water pump.
5. Install accessory drive belt (Refer to COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLATION) .
   CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, belt must be routed correctly. If not, engine may overheat due to water pump rotating in wrong direction.
6. Refill cooling system. Refer to appropriate procedure under STANDARD PROCEDURE .
7. Connect negative battery cable.
8. Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.