Water Pump Replacement...

[chazzz868]

Hello,

I am working with my son's 88 V6 4WD pickup. We need to change out the water pump which didn't look too hard until I found I had to remove the vibration dampener (don't have the tool in my garage). I called a mechanic to get some direction and they told me that I would need to remove the timing belt to get at the pump - I don't see that in the Haynes book, but it also doesn't get real specific about the 4WD.

Anyone have any guidance?

Thanks!

[seang]

You can rent tools for free at many auto parts stores, you just need to pay a security deposit. Not sure about working on the v6 myself, though.

[longtooth]

Remove front timing cover and timing belt.
Loosen water pump pulley attaching bolts.
Remove drive belts and water pump pulley.
Fig. 22 Water Pump Replacement








Remove water pump attaching bolts and the pump.
Inspect timing belt and drive belts for coolant contamination. Replace if necessary.
Reverse procedure to install, using new gasket.
Reinstall timing belt and front cover. Avoid deforming timing cover, make sure there is adequate clearence between cover and hose clamp.
Reinstall and tighten hoses. Refill cooling system with fresh coolant.

The time listed for this job was 5 hours.

[chazzz868]

Thanks for this. Unforunately, I think the 4x4 creates a problem as the pump is located behind the timing belt.

[longtooth]

The pics wouldnt scan and post but all it was just a drawing of a water pump and thats was it.