Coolant Pump - 3.0L: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Connect the coolant pump-to-thermostat housing hose and reposition the clamp.
Position the coolant pump assembly and install the 3 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Tighten the 3 bolts an additional 90 degrees.
Connect the coolant pump-to-engine hose and the heater hose.

NOTE: Install the coolant pump drive pulley flush with the end of the camshaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools And Coolant Pump Drive Pulley

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, install the coolant pump drive pulley.
Install the coolant pump belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V) .
Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .