Coolant Pump: Removal
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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Health and Safety Precautions .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Loosen the coolant pump pulley bolts.
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NOTE: Make sure the accessory drive belt is positioned so coolant cannot contaminate the belt.
Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner and remove the accessory drive belt.
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NOTE: Cover the A/C belt to prevent coolant contamination of the belt.
Completely cover the A/C belt with waterproof plastic.
- Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
- Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.