Coolant Pump: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the RHCAC Intake Pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Intake Pipe .
- Remove the bolts and position the degas bottle aside.
- Loosen the coolant pump pulley bolts.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to:ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT .
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NOTE: Cover the A/C compressor belt to prevent coolant contamination of the belt.
Completely cover the A/C compressor belt with waterproof plastic.
- Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
- Release the clamps and remove the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the bolts and position the water pump outlet connector aside.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
- Release the clamp and disconnect the lower radiator hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Disconnect the coolant hose quick release coupling.
- Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
- Remove and discard the coolant pump gasket and O-ring seal.