1997 Buick Park Avenue Remove Water Pump

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1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
167,000 MILES

Where are the bolts to loosen the Steering Pump so I can get the last bolt out and remove the water pump? Are the steering pump bolt heads facing the passenger side? Can they be loosened from the top of the engine or do I need to get under the car for this? Thanks in advance for your help!

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 AT 6:17 AM

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MMPRINCE4000

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It appears as if the power steering pump is in the way of the rear pump bolt which it is. However, do not remove the power sterring pump, simply loosen the lower bolt-13mm deep socket, "2 bolts hold P/S/ pump assembly, 1 @ 12 o'clock. 1 @ 6 o'clock." Now with the lower loosened about 3/4 out, next remove upper bolt, this allows the pump to rock back out of the way. Step 2 remove motor mount which is not needed at all. The lower water pump bolt (10mm swivel 1/4" drive) can be removed by reaching under the motor mount with a 1/4" air ratchet.

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Monday, July 2nd, 2018 AT 3:26 PM