Coolant Pump: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 1.
Drain the cooling system. REFER to: Cooling System Draining and Vacuum Filling .
- 2.
Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. REFER to: AIR CLEANER OUTLET PIPE .
- 3.
Remove the CAC outlet pipe. REFER to: CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) OUTLET PIPE .
- 5.
Remove the accessory drive belt. REFER to: ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT .
NOTE:
Completely remove the accessory drive belt to prevent coolant contamination.
- 7.
Remove the thermostat. REFER to: Thermostat .
- 8.
Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose.Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- 9.NOTE: Use caution to prevent damaging the coolant inlet pipe grommet.
Remove the coolant pump retainers and the coolant pump.
- 10.
- Inspect the coolant pump O-ring and replace if necessary.
- Remove the grommet from the coolant inlet pipe. Inspect the grommet and replace if necessary.
NOTE: The grommet may remain in the coolant pump housing. If this occurs, remove the grommet from the coolant pump housing.