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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the left front fender wheelhouse inner panel (1).
  2. Fig 1: Fender Wheelhouse Inner Panel
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  3. Drain the engine coolant and the engine block.

    Refer to Draining & Filling Cooling System .

  4. Remove the thermostat housing crossover. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement (6.6L Engine) .
  5. Remove the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  6. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
  7. Remove the water pump outlet pipe to water pump nuts.
  8. Fig 2: Water Pump Outlet Pipe
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  9. Remove the engine wiring harness retainer from the inner stud.
  10. Remove the water pump bolts. Note the location of the bolts. The bolts are three different lengths.
  11. Remove the water pump assembly.
  12. Remove the water pump outlet pipe gasket.
    Fig 3: Water Pump Assembly
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