Water Pump: Installation
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Clean all gasket and "O" ring surfaces. Install NEW "O" ring on water pipe (wet "O" ring with water or coolant). DO NOT allow oil or grease to contact "O" ring. Install NEW gasket on water pump and install pump inlet opening over water pipe. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .