2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Water Pump

2003 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
210,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Where is the water pump located on the engine and how do you replace it?
Feb 21, 2010 at 8:32 PM
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is this for the 2.7L or 3.5L engine?
Feb 21, 2010 at 9:02 PM
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The Santa Fe in question is a 2.7 L V6.
Feb 22, 2010 at 7:20 AM
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Drain the cooling system. Remove or disconnect the following: Negative battery cable Drive belt and water pump pulley Timing belt covers Timing belt tensioner Idler pulley Water pump bolts Water pump and gasket Clean the gasket mating surfaces.


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Install or connect the following: Water pump and gasket Bolts and alternator bracket. Tighten the bolts to 11-16 ft. lbs. (15-22 Nm). Idler pulley Timing belt tensioner Timing belt covers Water pump pulley and drive belt Negative battery cable Fill the cooling system. Start the engine and check for leaks.
Feb 22, 2010 at 10:31 AM
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