Removal Procedure
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- Remove the left wheelhouse inner panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
- Remove the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement (6.6L (LLY)) .
- Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L (LLY).
- Remove the water pump to engine coolant pipe nuts.
- Remove the engine wiring harness retainer from the inner stud.
- Remove the water pump bolts. Note the location of the bolts. The bolts are three different lengths.
- Remove the water pump.
- Remove and discard the water pump O-ring and coolant pipe gasket.
- If required, clean and inspect the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Cleaning and Inspection in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L (LLY).