Coolant Pump - 4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L: Installation

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CAUTION: Always fill the cooling system with the same coolant that is present in the system. Do not mix coolant types.

Install a new O-ring on the coolant pump. Coat the new O-ring with engine coolant.

CAUTION: Do not rotate the coolant pump housing once the coolant pump has been positioned in the cylinder block. Damage to the O-ring seal will occur.

Fig 1: Tightening Torque For Coolant Pump Bolts (4.6L, 5.4L & 6.8L)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the coolant pump.
1. Lubricate the new O-ring seal using engine coolant and install the O-ring seal onto the coolant pump.
2. Position the coolant pump into the engine block.
3. Install the bolts.
Position the pulley onto the coolant pump and install the bolts.

Fig 2: Tightening Torque For Coolant Pump Pulley Bolts (4.6L, 5.4L & 6.8L)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE BELT ROUTING .
Install the fan and fan clutch. For additional information, refer to RADIATOR - 4.6L, 5.4L AND 6.8L .