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1995 Dodge Avenger Repair Question


Topics covered: Cooling system, Gas, Timing belt.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on February 6, 2011

Waterpump replacement

How to replace waterpump 2.5L v-6 in 1995 avenger
Avatar Asked by bigdaddynorris

Answer

Replied on April 4, 2011

REMOVAL
Drain cooling system.
Remove the timing belt.
Remove mounting bolts.

Separate pump from water inlet pipe and remove pump.

INSTALLATION
Clean all gasket and O-ring surfaces on pump and water pipe inlet tube.
Install new O-ring on water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to facilitate assembly.

CAUTION: Keep the O-ring free of oil or grease.

Install new gasket on water pump and install pump inlet opening over water pipe, press assembly to cause water pipe insertion into pump housing.
Install pump to block mounting bolts and tighten to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs) .
Install timing belt. Reassemble engine.
Fill cooling system.
Install accessory drive belts.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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