how to replace water pump
Oct 28, 2012 at 3:18 PM
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix Replace Water Pump
2000 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
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WATER PUMP
Removal
Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Loosen water pump pulley bolts. Remove accessory drive belt. Remove water pump pulley. Note locator tab near 12 o'clock position at top of water pump housing for installation reference. Remove water pump retaining bolts. Remove water pump and gasket.
Installation
Install water pump with NEW gasket, ensuring locator tab at top of water pump housing is positioned vertically. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification.
Removal
Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Loosen water pump pulley bolts. Remove accessory drive belt. Remove water pump pulley. Note locator tab near 12 o'clock position at top of water pump housing for installation reference. Remove water pump retaining bolts. Remove water pump and gasket.
Installation
Install water pump with NEW gasket, ensuring locator tab at top of water pump housing is positioned vertically. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification.
Oct 28, 2012 at 3:33 PM
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