Coolant Pump: Installing

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Tightening specifications, refer to COOLANT PUMP AND COOLANT THERMOSTAT OVERVIEW .

NOTE:

Replace seals and O-rings.

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model. .

-- Insert new O-rings -1 and 3-.

Fig 1: Inserting New O-Rings & Coolant Pump Input Shaft In Oil Pump Mount

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-- Insert coolant pump input shaft -2- in oil pump mount as far as stop at engine.

-- Slide coolant pump into mounts in upper section of oil pan.

NOTE:

To connect drive flange onto hex head of driveshaft, reach with the finger into the lower pipe connection of coolant pump and twist at impeller until coolant pump can be inserted completely.

The rest of the installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

-- Install the map controlled engine cooling thermostat --. Refer to MAP CONTROLLED ENGINE COOLING THERMOSTAT .

-- Install front coolant pipe. Refer to FRONT COOLANT PIPE .

-- Fill with coolant COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .