Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the nuts and the cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts And Cover Of Water Pump Belt - 3.0L (4V)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the water pump belt.

Fig 2: Identifying Water Pump Belt Of Water Pump Belt - 3.0L (4V)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.