Water Pump - 3.0L: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301). For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING & BLEEDING - 3.0L & 4.0L .
Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659).
Remove the fan blade (8600) and the fan shroud (8146). For additional information, refer to SHROUD - 3.0L & 4.0L .
Disconnect the water bypass tube (8555).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Water Bypass Tube
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Remove the accessory drive belt (8620). For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE BELT ROUTING .
Remove the bolts and the water pump pulley (8509).

Fig 2: Removing Water Pump Pulley
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Remove the bolts from the A/C compressor mounting bracket (2882).

Fig 3: Removing Bolts From A/C Compressor Mounting Bracket
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Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Lower Radiator Hose
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Remove the bolts and position the bracket and compressor aside.

Fig 5: Removing Bracket & Compressor
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Remove the bolts and remove the water pump (8501).

Fig 6: Removing Water Pump
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Clean the sealing surfaces.

Fig 7: Locating Sealing Surface For Cleaning
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