Water Pump Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.
- Remove the water pipe support bracket and bolts.
- Remove the thermostat and water feed pipe retaining bolts.
Important: Twist the water feed pipe while pulling to remove it from the water pump cover.
- Remove the thermostat housing and water feed pipe from the water pump cover.
- Remove the water pump retaining bolts. Be sure to remove the bolt that goes through the front of the engine block.
- Remove the water pump assembly.