Tube-Water Pump Inlet-2.0/2.4L: Removal

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Fig 1: Water Pump Inlet Tube Fasteners

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - BOLTS

2 - HOSE - HEATER RETURN

3 - WATER PUMP INLET TUBE

The water pump inlet tube connects the water pump to the radiator and heater core. This tube is sealed by an O-ring and held in place by fasteners to the block.

CAUTION: Do not use any sharp tools to remove hoses from inlet tube. This may cause the tube to leak.

Drain cooling system, (Refer to COOLING/ENGINE/COOLANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Remove upper radiator closure panel and center brace, (Refer to BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CLOSURE PANEL - REMOVAL) .
Remove lower radiator hose and heater return hose from the inlet tube (3). See Fig 1.
Remove the inlet tube to block bolts.
Rotate tube while removing from the engine block.