Coolant Pump - 3.5L GTDI, 3.7L: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, REFER to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
- Loosen the 4 coolant pump pulley bolts.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, REFER to ACCESSORY DRIVE .
- Completely cover the A/C compressor belt with waterproof plastic.
- Remove the thermostat housing. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING - 3.5L GTDI or THERMOSTAT HOUSING - 3.7L .
- Remove the 4 bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
- Remove the 7 bolts and the coolant pump.
- Remove and discard the gasket and the O-ring seal in the coolant pump.
NOTE:
Cover the A/C compressor belt to prevent coolant contamination of the belt.