QuestionI shelled out the water pump in my 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan and have bought one only to realize that this is not a backyard mechanics project without some instructions are there any available free online or is my only option to hitch a ride 35 miles to the nearest parts store and buy a chiltons for the van?
AnswerWATER PUMP - 3.3/3.8L ENGINE
REMOVAL
Drain Cooling System. Refer to procedure in this section.
Remove accessory drive belt. Refer to procedure in this section.
Remove right front lower fender shield.
Remove water pump pulley bolts and remove pulley.
Remove water pump mounting screws Water Pump - 3.3/3.8L Engine Remove water pump.
Remove and discard O-ring seal.
Clean O-ring groove and O-ring surfaces on pump and chain case cover. Take care not to scratch or gouge sealing surface.
INSTALLATION
Install new O-ring into groove Water Pump Body
Install water pump to chain case cover. Tighten screws to 12 N·m (105 in. lbs.)
Rotate pump by hand to check for freedom of movement.
Position pulley on pump. Install screws and tighten to 30 N·m (250 in. lbs.)
Install accessory drive belt. Refer to procedure in this section.
Install right front lower fender shield.
Refill Cooling System. Refer to procedure in this section.
