Water Pump Installation

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Tools Required

J 41240 Fan Clutch Remover and Installer. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: View Of Water Pump & Gasket

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Install the water pump and gaskets.

Fig 2: View Of Water Pump Bolt Tightening Sequence

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the water pump bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the water pump bolts (1-4) a first pass in sequence to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten the water pump bolts (1-4) a final pass in sequence to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Water Pump Pulley & Bolts

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Install the water pump pulley (303) and bolts (302).

Fig 4: View Of J 41240 Retaining The Water Pump Pulley

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Use the J 41240 in order to retain the water pump pulley. See Special Tools .
Tighten: Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).