REMOVING WATERPUMP REPLACING WATERPUMP NEED TO KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT REMOVING OLD ONE

1986–92 2.3L Engine

Disconnect the battery and drain the radiator.
CAUTION
When draining the coolant, keep in mind that cats and dogs are attracted by ethylene glycol antifreeze, and are quite likely to drink any that is left in an uncovered container or in puddles on the ground. This will prove fatal in sufficient quantity. Always drain the coolant into a sealable container. Coolant should be reused unless it is contaminated or several years old.



Remove the fan belt, plate, spacer, and pulley.

Remove the water pump and gasket.
To install:


Before installation, clean the gasket surfaces carefully and torque the water pump retaining bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).

Install the fan belt, plate, spacer, and pulley.

Connect the battery, refill the radiator, start the engine and check for leaks.
1986–92 2.3L Engine
Disconnect the battery and drain the radiator. CAUTION
When draining the coolant, keep in mind that cats and dogs are attracted by ethylene glycol antifreeze, and are quite likely to drink any that is left in an uncovered container or in puddles on the ground. This will prove fatal in sufficient quantity. Always drain the coolant into a sealable container. Coolant should be reused unless it is contaminated or several years old.

Remove the fan belt, plate, spacer, and pulley.
Remove the water pump and gasket. To install:

Before installation, clean the gasket surfaces carefully and torque the water pump retaining bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
Install the fan belt, plate, spacer, and pulley.
Connect the battery, refill the radiator, start the engine and check for leaks.