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Water Pump Replacement L36

Removal Procedure

    Notice: When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL® coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  3. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L36) in Engine Mechanical.

  4. Object Number: 46174  Size: SH
  5. Remove the 4 bolts from the water pump pulley.
  6. Remove the water pump pulley.

  7. Object Number: 46177  Size: SH
  8. Remove the 8 bolts from the water pump.

  9. Object Number: 46178  Size: SH
  10. Remove the water pump and the gasket.
  11. Clean the gasket mating surfaces.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 46178  Size: SH
  1. Using a new gasket, install the coolant pump on the engine.

  2. Object Number: 46181  Size: SH
  3. Install the coolant pump bolts.
  4. Tighten

        • Tighten the bolts (1) to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
        • Tighten the bolts (2) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    Notice: 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.


    Object Number: 46174  Size: SH
  5. Install the coolant pump pulley and the 4 bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  7. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  8. Fill the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  9. Connect the negative battery cable.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  11. Start the engine. After the engine reaches normal operating temperature, check for coolant leaks.

Water Pump Replacement L47

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38816-1A Water Pump Remover/Installer

    Notice: When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL® coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.

  1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Disconnect the engine torque axis mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement in Engine Mechanical. Place the strut out of the way.
  3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

  4. Object Number: 69921  Size: SH
  5. Remove the water pump drive belt shield.

  6. Object Number: 69920  Size: SH
  7. Remove the water pump drive belt.
  8. Remove the thermostat bypass hose.

  9. Object Number: 69919  Size: SH
  10. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the thermostat housing.

  11. Object Number: 69918  Size: SH
  12. Remove the 4 bolts from the water pump cover. Remove the water pump cover.

  13. Object Number: 69917  Size: SH
  14. Remove the water pump, the pump seal, and the gasket from the housing using the J 38816-1A . Turn the tool clockwise to remove the water pump.
  15. Remove the water pump from the vehicle.
  16. Clean the water pump and the pump cover sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 38816-1A Coolant Pump Remover/Installer


    Object Number: 69917  Size: SH
  1. Install the coolant pump, the gasket, and the seal using J 38816-1A . Turn the tool counterclockwise to install the pump.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the coolant pump to 100 N·m (73 lb ft).

    Notice: 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.


    Object Number: 69918  Size: SH
  3. Install the coolant pump housing cover and the 4 bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the coolant pump housing cover bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 69919  Size: SH
  5. Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat housing.

  6. Object Number: 69920  Size: SH
  7. Install the thermostat bypass hose.
  8. Install the coolant pump drive belt.

  9. Object Number: 69921  Size: SH
  10. Install the shield of the coolant pump drive belt.
  11. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  12. Connect the engine torque axis mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  13. Refill the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

Water Pump Replacement L67

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 28467-360 Universal Support Fixture

    Notice: When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL® coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the bolts from the A/C compressor splash shield. Remove the splash shield. Refer to HVAC.
  3. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  4. Remove the supercharger drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  5. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L67) in Engine Mechanical.
  6. Remove the coil pack. Position the coil pack out of the way. Refer to Engine Electrical.
  7. Remove the supercharger belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  8. Attach the J 28467-360 to the engine.
  9. Remove the engine torque axis mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  10. Remove the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Gear and Pump.
  11. Remove the engine torque axis mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  12. Remove the idler pulley.

  13. Object Number: 46174  Size: SH
  14. Remove the water pump pulley bolts and the pulley.

  15. Object Number: 46177  Size: SH
  16. Remove the water pump bolts.

  17. Object Number: 46178  Size: SH
  18. Remove the water pump and the gasket.
  19. Clean all of the gasket mating surfaces.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 28467-360 Universal Support Fixture


    Object Number: 46178  Size: SH
  1. Using a new gasket, install the coolant pump on the engine.

  2. Object Number: 46181  Size: SH
  3. Install the coolant pump bolts.
  4. Tighten

        • Tighten the bolts (1) to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
        • Tighten the bolts (2) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    Notice: 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.


    Object Number: 46174  Size: SH
  5. Install the coolant pump pulley and the bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  7. Install the idler pulley.
  8. Install the engine torque axis mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  9. Install the power steering pump. Refer to Power Stering Pump in Power Steering Gear and Pump.
  10. Install the engine torque axis mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  11. Lower the J 28467-360 in order to align the mount bracket with the engine mount.
  12. Install the supercharger belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  13. Install the coil pack.
  14. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  15. Install the supercharger drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  16. Refill the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  17. Install the A/C compressor splash shield.
  18. Connect the negative battery cable.
  19. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  20. Start the engine. After the engine reaches normal operating temperature, check for coolant leaks.