Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Water Pump Access Plate & Bolts

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Remove the thermostat housing. Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LAT) or Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LE5) .
Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
Remove the water pump access plate from the front cover.

Fig 2: Locating Water Pump Drain Plug

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NOTE: A drain plug has been provided at the bottom of the water pump assembly for additional coolant drainage from the engine block and water pump.

Drain the coolant from the water pump using the plug at the bottom of the pump.

Fig 3: View Of Special Tool J 43651

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NOTE: The water pump holding tool supports the sprocket and chain during water pump service. The tool must be used or the balance shaft must be re-timed.

Install the J 43651 (1) into position. See Special Tools .
Tighten the bolts on the water pump holding tool into the threads on the water pump sprocket.
Install the access cover bolts that were removed earlier to secure the water pump holding tool to the front cover assembly.
Remove the 3 inner water pump sprocket to water pump blots.

Fig 4: View Of Water Pump Retaining Bolts

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NOTE: Be sure to remove both water pump bolts from the front of the engine block.

Remove the 2 water pump bolts.

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Water Pump Bolts

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Remove the rear 2 water pump bolts.

Fig 6: Identifying Water Pump

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Remove the water pump.
Remove and discard the water pump O-ring seal.