Water Pump - Gas Engine
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- Thoroughly clean all gasket mating surfaces before assembling.
- Inspect water pump and components for any damage. See Cooling/Engine/PUMP, Water - Inspection
- Using bolts (3), install the water pump (4) and gasket (8) to the water pump adapter (6). Tighten the bolts (3) to 22 N-m (16 lbs. ft.)
- Using bolts (1), install the water pump pulley (2) to the water pump (4). Tighten the bolts (1) to 9 N-m (80 lbs. in.)
- Using bolts (5), install the water pump assembly and gasket to the engine block. Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lbs. ft.). See Cooling/Engine/PUMP, Water - Installation
- Start the engine and check for leaks. See Cooling - Diagnosis and Testing