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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Water Pump Assembly
    GM951638Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    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.
  1. Install a new water pump assembly seal.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Water Pump Bolts (L61)
    GM951802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    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.
  3. Using the guide pin, align the pin with the water pump holding tool.
  4. Position the water pump assembly against the engine block and hand tighten the water pump bolts.
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. 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).

  7. Tighten the water pump bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the water pump sprocket-to-water pump bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  8. Remove the J 43651  . See Special Tools .
  9. 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).

  10. IMPORTANT: The water feed pipe seals can be lightly lubricated with silicone gel to aid in assembly.
  11. Install a new O-ring seal on the water feed pipe.
  12. Fig 3: Applying Silicone Gel To Water Feed Pipe Seals (L61)
    GM951611Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the thermostat housing to block seal onto the thermostat housing, if damaged.
  14. Install the water feed pipe into the water pump assembly.
  15. Align the water feed pipe to the thermostat housing assembly.
  16. 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.
  17. The water feed pipe has a locating tab to assure proper alignment.
  18. 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.
  19. Install the thermostat housing to block bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the thermostat housing-to-block bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  20. Fig 4: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (L61)
    GM951591Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Connect the electrical connector to coolant temperature sensor.
  22. Install the right hand inner splash shield and push pins.
  23. Install the right hand tire assembly and wheel nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).

  24. Lower the vehicle.
  25. 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).

  26. Fig 5: View Of Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield
    GM951395Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  27. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  28. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  29. IMPORTANT: The vehicle must be level when filling the cooling system.
  30. Verify the drain valves at the radiator and water pump are closed.
  31. Fill the engine coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill)  or Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) .
  32. Verify the repair and inspect for any leaks.