Water Pump Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Savana and 2003 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Tools Required
J 41240 Fan Clutch Remover and Installer
- If reusing the fasteners, apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent, to the threads of the water pump bolts.
- Install the water pump and the NEW water pump gaskets.CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the water pump bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the water pump bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Important: After final assembly, the water pump inlet hose clamp tangs, water pump end, must point forward and the upper tang should be level with the outside diameter of the water pump inlet hose.
- Install the water pump inlet hose and the water pump inlet hose clamps.
- Install the fan and water pump pulley and bolts using the J 41240
.
Tighten
Tighten the fan and water pump pulley bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).