QuestionKevin, I would like to know if you can email me the directions on how to replace the coolant/water pipe that goes thru the engine! I tried to replace it without taking off the top part of the motor, but that did not work! it still leaks! I appreciate any help you can give me in this matter!
Thanks,
Nancy
AnswerWATER PUMP - 3.0L ENGINE
REMOVAL
Drain cooling system. Refer to Draining Cooling System in this group.
To gain access to water pump refer to Timing Belt Removal in Section 9.
Remove mounting bolts.
Separate pump from water inlet pipe Water Pump - 3.0L Engine and Water Pump Inspection and remove.
INSPECTION
Replace the water pump if it has any of the following defects.
Damage or cracks on the pump body.
Coolant leaks, if the shaft seal is leaking, evident by traces of coolant leaks from vent hole A in Water Pump Inspection .
Impeller rubs the inside of pump.
Loose or rough turning bearing.
INSTALLATION
Clean all gasket and o-ring surfaces on pump and water pipe inlet tube.
Install new o-ring on water inlet pipe Water Pipe O-Ring . Wet the o-ring (with water) to ease 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 N·m (20 ft. lbs.).
See Timing System in Engine, Group 9 and install timing belt. Reassemble engine.
Fill cooling system. See Refilling Cooling System.
