Removal And Installation: Removal

The water pump on 3.6L engines is bolted directly to the engine timing chain case cover.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable from battery.
   WARNING:

   Constant tension hose clamps are used on most cooling system hoses. When removing or installing, use only tools designed for servicing this type of clamp. Always wear safety glasses when servicing constant tension clamps.

   CAUTION:

   A number or letter is stamped into the tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp with matching number or letter.

2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
3. Remove the serpentine drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
4. Remove the right side engine mount. Refer to INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, RIGHT, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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5. Remove the bolts (1) and the engine mounting block from the water pump.
   CAUTION:

   Do not pry on the water pump at the timing chain case/cover. The machined surfaces may be damaged resulting in leaks.

6. Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.

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7. Remove the lower bypass hose (1) and the lower radiator hose (2).

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   NOTE:

   Take notice to the M6 water pump bolts that mount directly to the timing chain cover.

8. Remove the bolts (1) and the water pump.
9. Remove the water pump and discard seal.