3.5L Engine

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Water Pump - 3.5L Engine

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - SCREWS

2 - WATER PUMP BODY

The water pump on all models can be replaced without discharging the air conditioning system.

WARNING: Do not remove pressure cap with the system hot and under pressure because serious burns from coolant can occur.

Drain cooling system (Refer to COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Remove accessory drive belts (Refer to COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - REMOVAL) .
NOTE: The water pump is driven by the timing belt.
Remove engine timing belt (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - REMOVAL) .
Remove water pump mounting bolts (1). Note position of longer bolts for proper re-installation.
Remove water pump body (2) from engine.