Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new water pump assembly seal.
- Using the guide pin, align the pin with the water pump holding tool.
- Position the water pump assembly against the engine block and hand tighten the water pump bolts.
- Install the inner water pump sprocket bolts. After 2 are snug, remove the guide pin and install the third bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the water pump bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten the water pump bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the water pump sprocket-to-water pump bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Remove the J 43651 . See Special Tools .
- Install the water pump access plate and bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the water pump access bolts-to-front cover to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install a new O-ring seal on the water feed pipe.
- Install the thermostat housing to block seal onto the thermostat housing, if damaged.
- Install the water feed pipe into the water pump assembly.
- Align the water feed pipe to the thermostat housing assembly.
- Seat the water feed O-ring seal by pushing and twisting toward the water pump. Take care not to tear or damage the O-ring.
- The water feed pipe has a locating tab to assure proper alignment.
- Position the thermostat housing against the engine. Be sure that the thermostat housing pipe is properly positioned against the support bracket near the front of the engine.
- Install the thermostat housing to block bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the thermostat housing-to-block bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the electrical connector to coolant temperature sensor.
- Install the right hand inner splash shield and push pins.
- Install the right hand tire assembly and wheel nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the thermostat pipe bracket to cylinder head bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the thermostat pipe bracket-to-cylinder head bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Verify the drain valves at the radiator and water pump are closed.
- Fill the engine coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) .
- Verify the repair and inspect for any leaks.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to installing the water pump assembly, read the entire procedure. This will help avoid balance shaft chain re-timing and ensure proper sealing.
IMPORTANT:
A guide pin can be created to aid in water pump alignment. Use a M6 m x 6 mm stud. Thread the pin into the water pump sprocket.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
The water feed pipe seals can be lightly lubricated with silicone gel to aid in assembly.
IMPORTANT:
The vehicle must be level when filling the cooling system.