Removal And Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Titan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain engine coolant so that no engine coolant comes out from water pump fitting hole.CAUTION: Perform when the engine is cold.
- Remove following parts.
- Engine front undercover using power tool.
- Air duct (inlet); Refer to AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT in ENGINE MECHANICAL - TITAN - 5.6L article..
- Drive belt; Refer to DRIVE BELTS in ENGINE MECHANICAL - TITAN - 5.6L article..
CAUTION: Leave auto tensioner pulley in its fixed position when removing drive belt. - Remove water pump pulley.
- Remove water pump.
- Engine coolant will leak from the cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready below.
CAUTION: Handle water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.